Tribal Relations

The Hiawatha National Forest consults with tribes on a government-to-government basis about proposed Forest projects. Through this consultation, the Forest builds productive working relationships with tribal leaders, government officials, and resource managers. The Forest consults with federally recognized tribes that are culturally and historically affiliated with, and have ongoing interest in management of, Hiawatha-administered lands.

Since we work together with other National Forests on tribal-related matters, information that relates to the Hiawatha's tribal relations program may be found on their websites.  Check out the following links to other National Forest websites:

• Memorandum Of Understanding - USDA-Forest Service Relations On National Forest Lands Within The Territories Ceded In Treaties Of 1836, 1837, And 1842

1836 MOU's Appendix E, with an updated list of Campground Fees and Length of Stay for 2021:

• 1836 MOU Appendix E:  2021 Campground Fees & Length of Stay

For more information

For more information about tribal relations on the Hiawatha National Forests, please contact our Tribal Liaison at 906-428-5876.

Tribal uses

For tribal members, Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission provides the following pages with explanations about tribal uses on National Forest lands.

• Treaty Maps
• Treaty Rights
• Harvesting Regulations
• Treaty Questions and Answers
• Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission
• Hiawatha National Forest fee-exempt campgrounds and regulations