Udell Lookout Tower
Area Status: Open
This tower was erected in 1936, and is not open to the public or accessible. For many years Forest Service employees would sit in the tower to watch for fires and to facilitate radio communications during a fire. There is a connector trail to the Big "M" Trail System. Interpretive panels about the tower provide visitors with information on its history and use. The fire tower trail connects behind the fire tower to the Big "M" Trails.
At a Glance
Operational Hours: | Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week unless otherwise posted. |
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Area Amenities: | Parking |
Fees: | No Fee |
Permit Info: | Special Use Permit -
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Open Season: | January 1 - December 31 |
Usage: | Light |
Best Season: | January 1 to December 31 |
Restrictions: | As a visitor to the National Forest, you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forest, natural resources and to provide for public safety of visitors. These rules are available to you on-line or at any office of the Huron-Manistee National Forests. Please take time to read and understand them. General Topic orders apply across the Forests. Applicable Orders -
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Closest Towns: | Wellston |
Water: | None |
Operated By: | Cadillac/Manistee Ranger District - (231) 577-8902 |
Information Center: |
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General Information
Directions:From Manistee -
- Travel east on M-55 for 12 miles.
- Turn right and travel south on Fire Tower Rd. for .2 miles.
- Keep right and travel south on FR 5207 for .7 miles.
- The public access road terminates at the gate.
General Notes:
Location - Udell Hills, Caberfae Area
Nearby Recreation Areas -
- Big "M" Cross Country and Mountain Bike Trail
County - Manistee
Activities
Day Hiking
There is no motorized access to this site, visitors must walk a short distance to view the Lookout Tower.
Amenities
Parking: | 6 vehicle capacity |
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