Hiawatha National Forest – Backpacking Trails
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Located in Michigan’s wild and scenic Upper Peninsula, the Hiawatha National Forest’s dramatic shorelines lie nestled up to Lakes Superior, Huron and Michigan — three of the five great lakes. Our lakeshores, lighthouses, islands and abundant snow create a place of respite and play within a day’s drive of urban and rural areas of Michigan, Wisconsin, other nearby states and international locations.
Hundreds of miles of some of the best trails in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula await you in the Hiawatha National Forest. Our trails take you on delightful tours of the northwoods – to remote lakes and streams where you may catch a glimpse of a loon, a soaring bald eagle, or simply to spend a day in the vast expanse of the forest
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Backpacking Areas
There are a variety of trails to choose from for backpacking on the Hiawatha. Choose a hike that interests you and enjoy your stay on the Hiawatha National Forest.
- Bay De Noc Grand Island National Recreation Trail – Bay de Noc – Grand Island Trail Map
- North Country National Scenic Trail – East Zone – North Country Trail Map – Hiawatha National Forest
- North Country National Scenic Trail – West Zone – North Country Trail Map – Hiawatha National Forest
- Pine Marten Run Trail – Pine Marten Run Trail Map
- Sault Sainte Marie Ranger District
- St. Ignace Ranger District