Big Gus
Billed as the world's largest working chainsaw, Big Gus is a 23-foot, 3,500-pound saw built by Moran Iron Works with a V-8 engine. It sits at Da Yoopers Tourist Trap next to Big Ernie, a giant working rifle.
Where is Big Gus?
Big Gus is in Ishpeming, Michigan. The pin shows the town, so check the exact spot before you go.
Big Gus questions
Where is Big Gus?
Big Gus is in Ishpeming, Michigan. The map pin marks the town, so check the exact spot before you drive. Tap Get directions on this page to open it in Google Maps.
How big is Big Gus?
23 ft.
What other giant roadside attractions are near Big Gus?
The closest on our map are Big John in Vulcan (about 50 miles away as the crow flies), Paul Bunyan (Manistique) in Manistique (about 77 miles away as the crow flies), Hodag Statue in Rhinelander (about 102 miles away as the crow flies).
Can I add my own photo of Big Gus?
Yes. Sign in, tap I've been here in the guest book, add the date you visited and your photo. Photos show after a quick review, and the first approved visitor photo can become this page's main picture.
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