Alerts
Forest Alerts
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UPDATED Monday May 18, 2026 - Pine River is open from Lincoln to Low Bridge;
The Huron-Manistee National Forests is strongly cautioning anglers and paddlers to navigate the waters of the Pine River with continued caution.The receding waters of the April 2026 historic rainfall and flooding event continues to leave embankments soft and unpredictable. Thanks to our partners at… -
UPDATED May 11, 2026 @ 5:30 PM; Manistee River Trail System is OPEN
🥾🥾UPDATE: MANISTEE RIVER TRAIL  – TRAIL IS OPEN !!🥾🥾The Forest Service has completed its evaluation and installed a few reroutes to the Manistee River Trail to protect natural resources.  Hikers are reminded to exercise caution around bluff edges and are asked to use established… -
USE CAUTION - KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!
UPDATED Wednesday May 13, 2026 @ 1430 HoursThe Huron-Manistee National Forests (HMNFs) has identified and temporarily closed recreation sites due to a historical rainfall event in April. Personnel continue to assess obstructions and debris moved by elevated water levels. There are changes to most… -
Pre-solicitation Notice: Outfitting & Guiding Special Use Permits for Guided Fishing on White & PM
An Outfitting & Guiding Prospectus for guided fishing on the Pere Marquette and White Rivers from National Forest System (NFS) access sites is expected to be advertised in the Fall of 2026. The intention is for successful applicants to be awarded Special Use Permits in 2027.A notice letter is… -
Winter Storm Impacts Huron Zone of the Forests - Know Before You Go.
The recent winter storm on March 14, 2026 has left many downed and damaged trees across the Mio and Huron Shores Ranger Districts (Huron Zone). Employees are currently assessing damage to determine interrupted recreation opportunities on facilities and trailheads, motorized and non-motorized… -
Camp 10 Fishing Pier Closure
The camp 10 pier is closed due to structural concerns. -
Forest Supervisor Orders
As a visitor to the National Forest, you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forest, natural resources and to provide for public safety of visitors.These rules are available to you on-line below or at any office of the Huron-Manistee National Forests. Please take time to read… -
Hemlock Wooly Adelgid Treatment Notice
THE USDA Forest Service and a coalition of partners to include the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, the Mason-Lake Conservation District and the Ottawa Conservation District, are beginning treatment on Hemlock trees found to be infested with Hemlock Wooly Adelgid in the Nordhouse Dunes… -
'Do Not Eat' Advisory for Deer
The Michigan departments of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and Natural Resources (DNR) today issued a "Do Not Eat" advisory for deer taken within approximately five miles of Clark’s Marsh in Oscoda Township. The advisory is due to high levels of PFOS (perfluorooctane sulfonic acid) found in a… -
Occupancy and Use Restrictions
Various restrictions on camping, being publicly nude, watercraft, parking and sanitation. -
Wakeley Lake Area Restrictions
Various restrictions for the Wakeley Lake Area. -
Pine National Scenic River Restrictions
Camping, vessel and sanitation restrictions for the Pine National Scenic River -
Pere Marquette National Scenic River Restrictions
Camping, vessel, sanitation and miscellaneous restrictions for the Pere Marquette National Scenic River. -
North Country National Scenic Trail Restrictions
Pack animal and bicycle restrictions for the North Country National Scenic Trail. -
Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area Restrictions
Camping, campfire, equipment, group size, sanitation and pack animal restrictions for Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area. -
Manistee River Trail Pack Animal and Bicycle Restrictions
Pack animals and bicycles are prohibited on the Manistee River Trail. -
Little Muskegon River Camping Restrictions
Camping is prohibited on certain Huron-Manistee National Forests lands along the Little Muskegon River. -
Closure of Former Bombing and Gunnery Range
Closure of Former Bombing and Gunnery Range -
Hoist Lake and Reid Lake Restrictions
Camping, bicycle and pack animal restrictions for Hoist Lake and Reid Lake areas. -
Bull Gap Hill Climb Area and Road Restrictions
Restricting Bull Gap Hill Climb and Bull Gap Road #4276 to day use only and prohibiting alcohol. -
Restrictions For The Au Sable River
Restricting the occupancy and use for the Au Sable River and Cooke Pond Semi-Primitive areas, the shorelines of Alcona Pond of the Au Sable River, and the Eagle Run Trail System. -
Restrictions for Violating Posted Regulations
It is prohibited to violate any sign posted in relation to public safety or protection of natural resources. -
Use of Fire
Restrictions on the use of fire. -
Possession, Storage or Transportation of Alcohol and Drugs
It is prohibited to possess, utilize, and/or distribute a federally controlled substance or associated paraphernalia, and it is prohibited to possess or consume alcohol in violation of state law. -
Restricting Motorized Vehicles Use of Roads, Trails, and Off Road Areas
Various restrictions for the use of vehicles on Huron-Manistee National Forest lands. -
Au Sable National Scenic River Camping Restrictions
Camping is prohibited in the Au Sable National Scenic River Corridor on the Huron-Manistee National Forests, except at designated campgrounds and campsites. It is also prohibited to have more than 10 persons at one time in a designated campsite within the corridor. -
'Do Not Eat' Advisory for Fish
The Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) has issued a "DO NOT EAT" advisory for all fish taken from Clarks Marsh, south of the former Wurtsmith Air Force Base, in Iosco County.  The MDCH also recommends that people do not eat “resident” fish taken from the lower Au Sable River…