State Forests

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  • Michigan's state forests are open for all to enjoy!

    Michigan's forests offer an abundance of recreational opportunities including fishing, hiking, camping, ORV riding, hunting and more. Our forests are carefully managed to provide a balance between recreation and conservation.

  • Learn how we manage forests

A Tour of Michigan's Forests

  • Take a tour of Michigan's state forests! Each point on this map shows a great recreational opportunity to enjoy in our forests throughout the Upper Peninsula and the northern Lower Peninsula. Each location provides a description of the point of interest and driving directions to help you find your way. If you need assistance with the information on this map, please contact us by phone at 517-284-5879.

Pigeon River Country Centennial

Pigeon River County State Forest Celebrates 100 Years

  • Pigeon River Country State Forest, a 106,000-acre undeveloped forest in northern lower Michigan, provides a unique, backcountry experience offering an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities.

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Camping and ORV Riding

  • campground in the forest State Forest Campgrounds

    If you are looking for a more rustic camping experience, check out our state forest campgrounds located throughout the Upper and northern Lower Peninsulas. 

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    Forest Roads Open to ORV Use

    Thousands of miles of state forest roads have recently opened to ORV use. Beginning Jan. 1, of the total 7,552 miles of state forest roads in the Northern Lower Peninsula, 6,308 miles will be open to ORV use. An ORV license is required.

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