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Recreation Opportunities

Grand Island Bikers
We know that many of you are eager to hit the trails. In order to avoid resource damage to our steeper trails (such as Bruno's Run) our trails…
Grand Island Recreation Area - Waterfall on the beach
Rock Climbing or rappelling anywhere on the Grand Island National Recreation Area is prohibited.Ice Climbing is allowed on Grand Island and many…
North Country National Scenic Hiking Trail
Hundreds of miles of some of the best trails in Michigan's Upper Peninsula await you in the Hiawatha National Forest.  Our trails take you on…
Oakwood Trail - Horses
On the Hiawatha, horses are allowed on any trail or road unless otherwise posted. Riders must tether their horses at least 100 feet from the edge of…
Fishing 1
The Hiawatha National Forest offers fishing on more than 75 lakes and 600 miles of streams for a wide variety of warmwater and coldwater…
Haywire Trail - ORV
Visitors to the Hiawatha National Forest will find a wide variety of roads and trails designated open for motorized use. In fact, over 2000 miles of…
Grand Island Recreation Area Day Use Area
Picnicking is a relaxing activity on the Hiawatha National Forest and several areas are available either for family or group picnicking.
Grand Island Boating
With so much water in and around the forest, there are ample opportunities to enjoy the lakes and rivers on the Hiawatha National Forest! Check us…
Snowmobilers
The Hiawatha National Forest's winter landscape is beautiful. Snowmobilers will find over 3000 miles of road, abandoned railroad grades, and trails…