Weather + High Water Levels: Use caution around piers/launches, shorelines, portages, and when involved in any water activity. Around the forest, there may be fallen trees, high waters, and other hazards. Crews are working hard to access all areas.

The Forest Service is taking the risks presented by COVID-19 seriously and is following USDA and CDC public health guidance as we continue to offer services to the public.

Hiawatha National Forest

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Located in Michigan's wild and scenic Upper Peninsula, the Hiawatha National Forest's dramatic shorelines lie nestled up to Lakes Superior, Huron and Michigan -- three of the five great lakes. Our lakeshores, lighthouses, islands and abundant snow create a place of respite and play within a day's drive of urban and rural areas of Michigan, Wisconsin, other nearby states and international locations. Learn more: check out these feature stories about your Great Lakes National Forest!

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USDA Forest Service Invites Public Feedback on Proposed List of Deferred Maintenance Projects for Fiscal Year 2022
Release Date: Nov 20, 2020

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The Upper Peninsula - Hiawatha & Ottawa National Forests Out West - FIRE

A large airtanker sits in Billings, MT at the Billings Fire Center awaiting it’s next mission.

More than 30,000 interagency fire personnel have been supporting the current wildfire operations in the U.S. and have adapted to the changes presented by COVID-19. Most recently, Mexico joined the effort to assist with area fires in California. It’s a national and international fight, including National Guard and U.S. Military too.

Bats, Birds and Small Animals Are Getting a Small, but Important Upgrade

Michigan Audubon is working with the Hiawatha National Forest, recently donating 18 “Poo Poo Screens” or screen coverings for attaching to the ventilation pipe of outdoor restroom facilities, such as vault toilets across the Forest.

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