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Hiawatha National Forest

 

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Hiawatha National Forest
2727 N. Lincoln Road
Escanaba, MI 49829

Phone: (906) 786-4062
FAX: (906) 789-3311
TTY: (906) 789-3337

 

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Photo credits to Dave Curl Hair 2002

Welcome

Hiawatha National Forest

The Hiawatha offers visitors access to underdeveloped shores of three of America's great inland seas: Lakes Superior, Michigan, and Huron. The lakeshores' are home for many sensitive plants and animals; our interpretive programs help visitors understand the need to "tread lightly" while enjoying their beaches.

People driving the Great Lakes Circle Tour can explore the Whitefish Bay National Forest Scenic Byway along Superior's south shore; while campers find accommodation-from developed to primitive-on all three Great Lakes shorelines. The North Country National Scenic Trail brings hikers beside Superior's sandy beaches, and boaters find access to all three Hiawatha Great Lakes.


 

 

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Tribal/Forest Service Memorandum of Understanding

Map: Hiawatha NF.
The Hiawatha National Forest is located in Michigan's upper peninsula and is divided into two forest areas (Eastside and Westside).

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In Michigan and on the Hiawatha National
Forest Cooperative Emerald Ash Borer Project Map

Non-Native Invasive Species Information

Non-Native Invasive Plant Control Project Documents

News

Hiawatha National Forest - National Winter Trails Day
Celebration at Rapid River Ski Trail brings out Winter Enthusiasts!
Hiawatha National Forest - Bring the Whole Family and try Skiing and Snowshoeing for FREE!
Saturday January 10th is National Winter Trails Day, a day designated to encourage folks to get outdoors and enjoy nearby trails.
Reduced Operating Hours at Manistique Ranger District Office
District Ranger Dave Silvieus announced today that winter hours for the District Office in Manistique will take effect on Monday, November 10th, 2008.

USDA Forest Service - Eastern Region
Last modified: Wednesday, 24 September 2008
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