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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. Learn more: check out these feature stories about your Great Lakes National Forest!
In the late summer and early autumn, one generation of monarch butterflies undergoes a mysterious transformation, pausing their development into mature adults. Find out more here!
Warm days and cool nights bring out the colors of the forest. Leaves begin to change from the vibrant green of summer to the warm tones of gold, orange and red. Visit the Hiawatha National Forest to discover your favorite place to view fall color!
