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Grab your friends and family, get outside, and go exploring! 50 new adventures await all across the beautiful state of Michigan. This one is known as Adventure 49. Each new adveuture takes you to a new location surrounded by natural beauty and outdoor activities.
Adventure 49:
Located in Ontonagon, MI Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park has more than 59,000 acres to roam. At roughly 60,000 acres, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park is Michigan’s largest state park and one of the few remaining large wilderness areas in the Midwest. It's home to a 35,000-acre old-growth forest, roaring waterfalls, miles of rivers and streams, more than 90 miles of hiking trails, a modern and rustic campground, backcountry camping, the Lake Superior shoreline and unrivaled vistas. PARK ROADS CLOSE DECEMBER 1 THROUGH LATE SPRING, CAN ONLY BE ACCESSED BY SNOWMOBILE.
The park boasts many popular natural attractions, including Lake of the Clouds (with an accessible viewing area), the scenic Presque Isle River corridor. Other attractions include the Summit Peak observation tower, Porcupine Mountains Ski Area, an 18-hole disc golf course and much more.
The popular Porcupines Mountains Visitor Center offers interpretive programs, an exhibit hall, information on trail conditions, Wi-Fi, a gift shop and more.
This park does require an admission fee or recreation passport (available through the MI DNR).
Other Information:
-Dog Sledding
-Winter Camping
-Disc Golf Course
-Hiking and Hunting
-Shooting Range
-Picnic and Playground Area
A land use permit has been obtained for this location.