Recreation
Clear Lake Education Center near Shingleton, Michigan, is a place where everyone (all abilities, ages and backgrounds) can visit
Bring the family, friends or yourself and check out Grand Island National Recreation Area!
Six historic lighthouses stand on Hiawatha’s Great Lakes shorelines, five of which are owned entirely or in part by the Forest Service. “Lighthouse lookers” eagerly se
The St. Ignace area is just across the Mackinaw Bridge as you head north from the Lower Peninsula. As you drive over the bridge and get on to US 2, you'll find the St.
Corner Lake Campground
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Corner Lake is a 100 acre lake that offers camping, fishing, boating and a small swimming area for young children.
Council Lake Campsites
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The four primitive campsites are located in a mixed stand of hardwood and beech trees on the south shore of Council Lake. There is fishing in Council Lake for yellow perch, rock bass, bluegill,…
Crooked Lake Campsites
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Although there is only one campsite on Crooked Lake, the lake is busy with a private resort and many private homes and cabins dotting its lengthy shoreline. Anglers will find good fishing for…
Driftwood Campsite on Grand Island
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Grand Island, a Congressionally designated National Recreation Area (NRA), boasts massive 300-foot wave-cut sandstone cliffs; 13,500 acres of lush forest; beaches of fine sand; winter ice caves; and…
Duck Lake Campsite on Grand Island
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Some of the highlights of Grand Island, a Congressionally designated National Recreation Area (NRA) include:Massive 300-foot wave-cut sandstone cliffs13,500 acres of lush forestBeaches of fine…
East Lake Campsites
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Three primitive campsites are located on the 53 acre East Lake. East Lake has fishing for largemouth bass, perch, bluegill and bullheads. There is no drinking water at this location. A boat access is…
Ewing Point Campsite
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There is a beautiful walk-in campsite located on Ewing Point on the north side of the 132 acre McKeever Lake. The grassy site is 50 feet by 75 feet, surrounded by cedar and hemlock. A fire ring ,…
Fall Color Tour - East Side of Hiawatha
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The Sault Ste Marie and St Ignace Ranger District have spectacular colors in the fall. During late September, the Forest begins radiating the colors of crimson, yellow, gold, green and brown. At…
Fall Color Tour - West Side of Hiawatha
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Upper Peninsula Fall Color Tours on the Hiawatha National Forest are spectacular as they blaze their way south. Use the following as a starting point:Latitude: 45.926276Longitude: -86.951992 When to…
Flowing Well Campground
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Flowing Well is situated along the banks of the Sturgeon River among large trees and a variety of wildflowers. Camping, fishing, picnicking and canoeing can be enjoyed in a pretty and serene setting.