Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park

Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park (60,000 acres) is one of the few remaining large wilderness areas in the Midwest. Towering virgin timber, secluded lakes, and miles of wild rivers and streams make a visit to the “Porkies” a trip to remember. Black bears are common in the Porkies.

Recreation Passport Required: Yes

Park Map
 
Activities

• Boat Rental
• Cross Country Ski Trail Map
• Downhill Skiing Link
• Fishing Fishing
• Hiking
• Hunting
• Metal Detecting Map
• Mountain Biking Trails
• Paddling
• Pet-Friendly Area
• Swimming
• Watchable Wildlife
• Year Round Interpretive Programs

Facilities

• Beach
• Boat Launch
• Cabins & Lodges
• Rustic Sites
• Walk-in Sites
• Concession/ Store
• Electrical Service
• Group Use Area
• Modern Restrooms
• Picnic Area
• Picnic Shelter
• Visitor Center Link

Area Information

Areas of attraction within the Porkies include Lake of the Clouds (ADA accessible viewing area), Summit Peak observation tower, and the scenic Presque Isle River corridor which hosts the states second largest waterfalls. Join us in August for the annual Music Festival hosted by the Friends of the Porkies.

Park Information

Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park is 15 miles west of Ontonagon in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The park’s 60,000 acres are one of the few remaining large wilderness areas in the Midwest. Towering virgin timber, secluded lakes, and miles of wild rivers and streams make a visit to the “Porkies” a trip to remember. As Michigan’s largest state park, planning your trip may require the use of various maps. Links to these important maps are provided below.

Mountain Bike Info
 
Backcountry Camping Map
 
Trail Overview Writeup
 
The Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park was established in 1945 by Michigan’s Legislature. Since then, many changes have taken place in the way we live; however, the Porcupine Mountains are almost unchanged. The remote interior with its towering pine and hemlock seems to defy time. The solitude of the park is mysterious and exciting. As Michigan’s only state designated wilderness, the Porkies is partnered with Leave No Trace ethics and has developed manuals for specific uses. For wilderness use manuals, please click the links below.

 
For Lodging opportunities in the park, please check the following links:

Rustic Cabin List
 
Reserve a Campsite
 
Approximate Size: 59020 (Acres)
 
Phone Number (906) 885-5275

Park Map
 
General Michigan Department of Natural Resources Links

Michigan Campgrounds
Michigan Campgrounds – By Map
Michigan DNR Main Search Page

 
Interesting Link

Nike Running has named our very own Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park as the #1 most beautiful place to go for a run in the WORLD! From their top-10 list: “All of the Porcupine Mountains State Park is beautiful, but the views around “Lake of the Clouds” are particularly mesmerizing. Plus, the trails are well-kept and relatively easy.”

Great Lakes Outdoors Journal
 

All content the property of Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park & MIDNR. Photo the property of MIDNR and Great Lakes Outdoors – Fishing and Wildlife Sports Journal

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