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Hiawatha National Forest

Indiana, USA Northwestern Lake Michigan watershed 45.674°, -86.964°
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Hiawatha National Forest -- Indiana park
Hiawatha National Forest Indiana · Northwestern Lake Michigan watershed
About this park

Hiawatha National Forest

There is no Hiawatha National Forest in the state of Indiana. Hiawatha National Forest is actually located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking recreation opportunities such as hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting. The forest is home to several points of interest, including the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Grand Island National Recreation Area, and the Big Island Lake Wilderness. Interesting facts about the area include its extensive network of trails, which span over 1000 miles, and the fact that the forests are home to several endangered species, including the Kirtland's warbler. The best time of year to visit Hiawatha National Forest is typically during the summer and fall months, when temperatures are mild and the forests are alive with color.
StateIndiana
WatershedNorthwestern Lake Michigan
Latitude45.6735°
Longitude-86.9636°
In the park

Streamflow in Hiawatha National Forest

Live USGS discharge at streamgauges inside the park boundary.

GaugeFlow
Au Train River At Forest Lake · 3.70 ft gage 137 cfs
In the park

Trails in Hiawatha National Forest

Named trails whose route falls inside the park.

21st Road
1.8 mi · Hiking, Running
28th Road
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
32 Road
3.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Ackerman Lake Road
0.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Ackland Road
1.7 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Basik Road
0.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Bay De Noc – Grand Island National Recreation Trail
44.2 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Beagle Road
1.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Brevort-Trout Lake Mccct
12.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Brevort-Trout Lake Mccct
3.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Brevort-Trout Lake Mccct
1.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Brevort-Trout Lake Mccct
1.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Brevort-Trout Lake Mccct
13.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Brevort-Trout Lake Mccct
8.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Buck Bay Road
0.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Cm Orv Route
2.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Coalwood Orv Trail
10.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Coalwood Trail
11.2 mi · Hiking, Running
County Highway 523
2.8 mi · Hiking, Running
County Road 194
3.2 mi · Hiking, Running
County Road 646
1.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Crossover Road
0.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Davies Creek Road
1.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Days River Orv Route
0.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Forest Road 2143b
0.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Forest Road 2476b
0.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Forest Road 2476f
1.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Haymeadow Falls Trail
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Haymeadow Spur Trail
0.6 mi · Hiking, Running
I-8
1.1 mi · Hiking, Running
J 10
1.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Lost Lake Road
0.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Oakwood Equestrian North Loop
3.9 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Oakwood Equestrian South Loop
5.2 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Old Dump Road
2.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Old Mackinac Trail
2.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Ozark Road
2.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Quarry Road
0.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Saint Ignace Trout Lake Trail
22.4 mi · Biking
Ski Hill Road
2.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Slapneck Road
3.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Soo/Strong Trail
31.0 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
South Harrington Trail
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
U.5 Lane
1.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Upper 18 Mile Lake Loop
1.4 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
V.05 Road
1.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Valley Spur (A)
0.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Valley Spur (D)
0.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Valley Spur (G)
4.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Valley Spur (Y)
2.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Valley Spur (Z)
3.1 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Valley Spur Loop 1
10.7 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
West Green Shack Road
1.3 mi · Hiking, Running
West Poplar Lake Road
2.6 mi · Hiking, Running
West Road
10.5 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
West Tim Shack Road
1.4 mi · Hiking, Running
West Trustee Row
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Whitefish Road
0.7 mi · Hiking, Running
X.75 Road
2.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Zackarczuk's Trail
3.8 mi · Hiking, Running
In the park

Points of interest in Hiawatha National Forest

Landmarks and points of interest inside the park boundary.

S Spectacle Lake Scenic Overlook
Spectacle Lake Scenic Overlook
Detailed forecast

Plan your visit down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.

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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.

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Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace

Know before you go
Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
Stay on trail
Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
Respect wildlife
Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
Pack it in, pack it out
Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
Leave what you find
Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.

Set push alerts in the Snoflo app

Save Hiawatha National Forest as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Hiawatha National Forest

What can I do at Hiawatha National Forest?

Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).

How fresh is the weather data?

The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.

When is the best time to visit?

Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.

How do I get to Hiawatha National Forest?

Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.

Can I get alerts when conditions change?

Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

Land designation

Park & land designation reference

A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.