Indian River Adirondack Shelter
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations available.
Temporary Area Closure for Big Pines Picnic Area
The Big Pines Picnic Area will be temporarily closed due to timber harvest. Activities in the area may include logging trucks and other equipment. For your safety, please stay alert while in the vicinity and choose another location for recreation.
Hiawatha National Forest Seeks Public input on Grand Island Visitor Use Management Project
The Hiawatha National Forest is seeking input on the development of a management plan for the Grand Island National Recreation Area.
Forest Supervisor's 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 Hiawatha National Forest.
Restricting Public Entry to Stonington Quarry
Persons with a valid permit; Federal, State, or Local members of rescue or fire fighting force in the performance of official duties; Forest Service employees conducting surveys or monitoring and as approved by the Forest Supervisor.
Haymeadow Trail and Bridge Closed
The Haymeadow Creek Hiking Trail Bridge is closed until it can be repaired or replaced. -- Located on the hiking loop near Haymeadow Creek Dispersed Campsites, the bridge failed an inspection due to significant rot. We will update this notice as repairs are implemented.
About
Indian River Adirondack Shelter is a primitive backcountry shelter located in the Hiawatha National Forest in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. An Adirondack shelter is a three-sided lean-to structure designed to provide basic overnight protection from the elements for backcountry travelers. The shelter is situated in Schoolcraft County near the Indian River, which offers beautiful northwoods scenery and varied landscapes including connected lakes and meandering channels through incised valleys. As a backcountry facility in a national forest, this shelter provides a rustic camping experience for those seeking solitude and wilderness immersion. The Indian River area is known for its excellent canoeing opportunities and the surrounding forest features mature hardwoods typical of the Upper Peninsula. Hiawatha National Forest allows dispersed camping throughout much of its lands, and backcountry shelters like this provide convenient overnight options for hikers, paddlers, and other outdoor enthusiasts exploring the region.
Directions
From Munising, travel east to the intersection of M-28 and M-94 in Shingleton. Turn right and drive south 14.2 miles on M-94 to the campground. From Manistique, drive north 19.8 miles on M-94 to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (906) 428-5800 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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