M-55: Manistee to Cadillac
This section includes all recreation areas along M-55 or a short distance from M-55 located between Cadillac and Manistee, except the Pine and Manistee Rivers.
General Information
Special Use Permit -
- No special use permit is required for individuals or small groups (74 people or less).
- Permits are required for commercial, event or large groups (75 people or more).
Visit the Passes and Permits section for more information on obtaining a special use permit.
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 or at any office of the Huron-Manistee National Forests. Please take time to read and understand them. General Topic orders apply across the Forests. Applicable Orders -
- Motorized Vehicle Use of Roads, Trails and Off-road Areas; R904-14-02
- Occupancy and Use - Developed Recreation Areas, Dispersed Areas, Being Publicly Nude, Marine Prohibitions, Parking and Sanitation; R904-14-03
Special regulations apply to the Pine and Manistee Rivers.
Recreation Enhancement Act Fee - Day Use -
- Big "M" Cross-Country and Mountain Bike Trail
Concessionaire Fee - Camping -
- Hemlock Campground
- Pine Lake Campground
- Sand Lake Recreation Area
Day Use
- Hemlock Day Use Area
- Sand Lake Recreation Area
Address: 650 North Michigan Ave. Baldwin, MI 49304
Phone: (231) 745-4631
Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Biking
Water Activities
Outdoor Science and Learning
Winter Sports
Hiking
Picnicking
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Horse Riding and Camping
