Alerts
Forest Alerts
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Brevoort Lake Autumn Drawdown
Residents of Brevoort Lake should take notice that the Hiawatha National Forest will start the draw down of Brevoort Lake starting in October. The purpose of the draw down is to minimize the development of ice dams during the spring melt. The lake will be drawn down gradually over the next few… -
Repaving Monocle Lake Campground
The Monocle Lake Campground repaving project will take place during the autumn of 2026 and spring of 2027. It is scheduled during the regular seasonal campground closure. The schedule is weather dependent and therefore subject to change. Those traveling in the area should remain alert for work… -
Restricting Public Entry to Stonington Quarry
Persons with a valid permit; Federal, State, or Local members of rescue or fire fighting force in the performance of official duties; Forest Service employees conducting surveys or monitoring and as approved by the Forest Supervisor.Protection of objects and areas that are of significant… -
Haymeadow Trail and Bridge Closed
The Haymeadow Creek Hiking Trail Bridge is closed until it can be repaired or replaced. -- Located on the hiking loop near Haymeadow Creek Dispersed Campsites, the bridge failed an inspection due to significant rot. We will update this notice as repairs are implemented. (4/2018),(4/2021).The… -
Fire Restrictions within the Hiawatha National Forest
Outlines the fire restrictions and conditions within the Hiawatha National Forest. -
Roads and Trails Restrictions for Vehicles in the Hiawatha National Forest
It is illegal to commercial haul without a permit. It is illegal to violate posted speed, load, weight, height, length, width or other limitations specified by Michigan State Law. It is illegal to operate a vehicle carelessly, recklessly, or without regard for the rights or safety of other persons… -
Occupancy and Use Within the Hiawatha National Forest
This order outlines the restrictions and conditions of camping within the Hiawatha National Forest. -
Drug and Alcohol Use on the Hiawatha National Forest
It is illegal to possess, utilize, or distribute a control substance or any associated paraphernalia. It is also illegal to possess or consume alcohol in violation of any state of Michigan statute -
Grand Island Occupancy and Use
This order outlines the restrictions and conditions of camping and recreating at Grand Island National Recreation Area. -
Restricting the use of watercraft on the Indian River
Watercraft use is restricted in within the Wild and Scenic Corridor of the Indian River. -
Restricting the use of Raco Airfield
Use of the Raco Airfield is prohibited. -
Use of Wilderness areas
Restrictions in Wilderness areas include storing equipment, personal property, and supplies; use or possession of a vehicle or wagon. -
Occupancy and use of Big Island Lake Wilderness
Restrictions will be enforced in Big Island Lake Wilderness area for campfires, camping, groups, horses, and sanitation. -
Occupancy and use of Lake Superior Shoreline
Camping is prohibited along the Lake Superior shoreline in areas of the Sault Ste. Marie Ranger District near Whitefish Bay and Lakeshore Drive. -
Restrictions on entry to any beach posted closed
Entry is restricted to beach that is roped off, signed "closed to entry" in certain areas of the St. Ignace, Manistique, and Rapid River Ranger Districts. -
Firewood Restrictions on the Hiawatha and Ottawa National Forests
It is illegal to possess or transport firewood from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. -
Restrictions on the use of fireworks
Use of fireworks is prohibited across the Hiawatha National Forest.