Hiawatha Forest - West Olive, Michigan
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member theHostas
N 42° 56.615 W 086° 11.813
16T E 565520 N 4754862
A public access land located in West Olive, Michigan.
Waymark Code: WM12481
Location: Michigan, United States
Date Posted: 02/23/2020
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member BarbershopDru
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Hiawatha Forest is located at 16777 Fillmore Street in West Olive, Michigan. It is open year round. Taken from their website:" This 365 acre site is flat and wooded with both hardwood stands and red pine plantations. A very limited, unmarked trail system exists. The Park Operations Center for Ottawa County Parks occupies approximately two acres on the southwest corner.
Dog Policy: Dogs are allowed off-leash, year round in Open Space Lands
Carry a leash with you and maintain voice control of your dog.
Please be aware that deer hunting (both gun and archery) is allowed at some Open Space Lands. Be mindful of the season when visiting with your pet. Learn more about where hunting is allowed.
Owners must clean up after their pet and dispose of waste in a trash receptacle."
There are no entry fees, be aware the parking area is not plowed in the winter.
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 365 Acre

Is there a trail system?: Yes

If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
About 1.4 mile loop


What points of interest are there?:
Hiking through hardwood stands and red pine plantations, there is a pond in the forest.


What activities are available?:
Hunting Cross Country Skiing


Hours of accessibility?: 5am-10pm

List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
No Known Hazards


Dogs Allowed?: Yes

Is a permit/fee required?: No

Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]

If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: Not listed

Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!

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