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Recreation

The Forest Service waives recreation fees at most day-use sites on lands managed by the agency. Participation by concession-operated sites may vary. The 2025 dates are:

  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day January 20, 2025
  • National Get Outdoors Day June 14, 2025
  • Juneteenth June 19, 2025
  • National Public Lands Day September 27, 2025
  • Veterans Day November 11, 2025

Know Before You Go

Canine Camper

A dog drinking water.

Dogs are welcome on the Huron-Manistee National Forests (HMNFs), given that applicable rules are followed and proper etiquette is practiced. Observing these rules and recommendations on this page will ensure that you and other forest visitors have a safe and enjoyable outdoor recreation experience.

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Cedar Creek Motorsport Trail

Off Highway Vehicles (OHV)
The trail is along flat to rolling terrain. The hilliest section is south of the staging area. The trail parallels Cedar Creek for several miles and has two bridge crossings. The entire trail is…

Chimney Loop Campground

Site Open
Water Activities Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Chimney Loop Campground is located on the shores of Wagner Lake. Wagner Lake is a shallow sandy bottom lake that is entirely surrounded by National Forest. The lake has excellent bass and pan fish…

Claybanks Campground

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
This river access is on the flies only, catch and release portion of the river. The river bottom is mostly gravel and is a very good area for brown trout. The path to the river borders posted private…

Condon Lakes West

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Hiking
This area is very popular for mushroom and berry picking, as well as hunting, fishing and camping.

Corsair Hiking and Cross Country Skiing Trail

Picnicking Hiking Winter Sports Outdoor Science and Learning
Corsair Trail has 28.3 miles of one-way trail that varies from gently rolling, easy terrain to somewhat hilly, most difficult terrain. The trails may be hiked anytime during the snow-free periods.…

Crater Lake Fishing Access

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
The small lake offers a variety of fishing opportunities. There is a long stairway to get to the small, 5-acre lake. The land surrounding the lake is all federal ownership. Crater Lake Fishing access…

Crystal Valley Ski Trail

Hiking Winter Sports
Crystal Valley offers almost 2,000 acres of consolidated federal ownership. The trail system consists of 4 loops, providing 9.6 miles of easy to most difficult cross-country skiing. Hiking is…

Davis Rest Stop

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Outdoor Science and Learning Water Activities
Davis Rest Stops is one of many locations along the river for paddlers to stop and take a break on their trip down the river. Davis Rest Stop is also used as a carry-down boat launch for canoes and…

Diamond Point

Site Open
Picnicking Water Activities Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Diamond Point campground is surrounded by white pine forest. The most common use for the site is for canoe launching, particularly on weekends.

Dobson Bridge River Access

Site Open
Picnicking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Water Activities
The parking lot is located at the top of a steep stairway. Visitors are asked to not disturb the wood turtles. There is a large patch of poison ivy near the water.Flickr Photo Album