Ottawa National Forest

The almost one million acres of the Ottawa National Forest are located in the western Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The forest extends from the south shore of Lake Superior to Wisconsin border. The area is rich in wildlife viewing opportunities; breathtaking views of rolling hills dotted with lakes, rivers and waterfalls; and spectacular fall colors. But you have to see it to believe it--come visit the Ottawa!

WHAT'S ON THE OTTAWA

Fall Color Hotline and Information

Project Listing -- Updated 11/13/2009

Timber Sales -- Updated 11/13/2009

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WHAT'S AROUND THE FOREST SERVICE

American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA)

Secure Rural Schools Act Reauthorization

Recreation Facility Analysis

Stewardship Contracting

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Firewood Alert!
Help stop the movement of exotic pests.
Leave your firewood at home!
For more information, click on the Emerald Ash Borer photo below.

Houghton County Firewood Quarantine Map & Info

Emerald Ash Borer Closure Order

Calendar of Events / Forest Information

Upcoming Events & Activities

New! Beginning January 3, 2010, the Ottawa Visitor Center will change to its Winter Operating Hours

Tuesday thru Saturday

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CST)

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Fall Operating Hours for the Ottawa Visitor Center beginning October 1, 2009:

Monday thru Saturday

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CST)

(NOTE: Access to the Visitor Center is from US 2--east of the Hwy 45 intersection. Be alert for construction vehicles when entering the site).

Winter Film Series -- New!

For more information on the hours, programming, and facilities: Ottawa Visitor Center.

Forest Information

Special Interest Areas -- New
Invasives Species in Sylvania Wilderness
OHV Information
Botany FAQs
Invasive Plants and Insects
Wildlife FAQs
Water FAQs

ForestUpdates

2008 Monitoring and Evaluation Report -- New
2008 Year in Review -- New

Caring for the Land and Serving People

USDA Forest Service

Ottawa National Forest
E6248 US 2
Ironwood, MI 49938
(906) 932-1330 voice
(906) 932-0301 TDD