Hiawatha National Forest
Flood Warning issued May 1 at 7:44PM CDT until May 2 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Marquette MI
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Michigan... Michigamme River near Witch Lake affecting Marquette and Dickinson Counties. .Snow melt, recent rainfall, and increased reservoir releases are causing the river flows to become high. Expect minor flooding downstream from the dam. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Michigamme River near Witch Lake. * WHEN...Until tomorrow morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:10 PM CDT Friday /8:10 PM EDT Friday/ the stage was 9.2 feet. - Bankfull stage is 8.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 7:10 PM CDT Friday /8:10 PM EDT Friday/ was 9.8 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage tomorrow morning and continue falling to 6.7 feet Friday, May 08. - Flood stage is 9.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 9.3 feet on 05/13/2014. - www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Advisory issued May 1 at 8:42PM EDT until May 3 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
...The National Weather Service in Marquette has issued a Flood Advisory for the following rivers in Michigan... Michigamme River near Republic affecting Marquette County. .Snow melt, recent rainfall, and increased reservoir releases will cause the river flows to become elevated. * WHAT...Elevated river levels caused by snowmelt, recent rainfall, and upstream dam releases are occurring. * WHERE...Michigamme River near Republic. * WHEN...From this evening to early Sunday morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:00 AM EDT Friday the stage was 9.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 8.4 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 7:00 AM EDT Friday was 9.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 6.6 feet Friday, May 08. - Action stage is 8.4 feet. - Flood stage is 9.0 feet. - www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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.Protection of objects and areas that are of significant…
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. (4/2018),(4/2021).The…
Drug and Alcohol Use on the Hiawatha National Forest
It is illegal to possess, utilize, or distribute a control substance or any associated paraphernalia. It is also illegal to possess or consume alcohol in violation of any state of Michigan statute
Fire Restrictions within the Hiawatha National Forest
Outlines the fire restrictions and conditions within the Hiawatha National Forest.
Roads and Trails Restrictions for Vehicles in the Hiawatha National Forest
It is illegal to commercial haul without a permit. It is illegal to violate posted speed, load, weight, height, length, width or other limitations specified by Michigan State Law. It is illegal to operate a vehicle carelessly, recklessly, or without regard for the rights or safety of other persons…
Occupancy and Use Within the Hiawatha National Forest
This order outlines the restrictions and conditions of camping within the Hiawatha National Forest.
Firewood Restrictions on the Hiawatha and Ottawa National Forests
It is illegal to possess or transport firewood from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
Overview
Hiawatha National Forest spans nearly 900,000 acres across Michigan's Upper Peninsula, uniquely positioned along three Great Lakes (Superior, Huron, and Michigan). The forest is currently open and fully operational for recreation. Current alerts include: Big Pines Picnic Area temporarily closed for timber harvest operations (as of October 2025), Haymeadow Creek Hiking Trail Bridge closed since 2017 due to structural issues (significant rot), and public entry restricted at Stonington Quarry. The forest is actively seeking public input on a management plan for the Grand Island National Recreation Area. The forest offers 19 developed campgrounds, 2 cabins for rent, 6 historic lighthouses, 6 designated Wild and Scenic Rivers, 3 islands, and hundreds of miles of trails including the North Country National Scenic Trail. The forest features both Eastside and Westside units separated geographically. Fee-free days are available throughout the year on major holidays. Visitors should be aware of Forest Supervisor's Orders regarding occupancy and use restrictions. With 100 miles of Great Lakes shoreline, the forest offers extensive water-based recreation including sea kayaking, canoeing, and fishing across 75+ lakes and 600 miles of streams.
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