Wildlife Viewing

Wildlife Viewing

Presque Isle County in northeastern Michigan in the American Midwest is an oasis of untouched wilderness, filled with a wide variety of wildlife. As you wander through the 660 square miles of land, you will spot magnificent black bear, deer and wild turkeys around the crystal clear lakes and forests.

Due to the number of animals that can be found in Presque Isle County, there is an exciting gaming and hunting season where you can take part in archery, trapping, muzzle loading and rifle shooting. Popular species for hunting here include grouse, rabbits, elk and even mink. Alternatively, you can enjoy simply watching the abundant wildlife in their natural habitat.

Presque Isle County sits on the shores of the beautiful Lake Huron that is a rich habitat for many species of fish. In total, there are over a hundred inland lakes in this county. The largest is the magnificent Grand Lake, which covers a massive 5,700 acres of space. As well as being a wonderful location for walking and hiking, these lakes are great places for fishing. You can catch bass, pan fish and pike amongst others in the crystal clear waters here, either fishing from the shore or from one of the many boats that you can hire nearby.

In addition, there are a huge number of rivers and streams in Presque Isle County that feed these lakes. These make excellent locations from which to catch trout and salmon and steelhead fish. The quality and quantity of the freshwater fish here makes it a popular location for even the most discerning angler.

The shoreline in this beautiful part of Michigan is also home to a large number of bird species. There are several hides from which you can discover waterfowls and shore birds, such as nestling Loons.. Throughout the forest you can also spot the rare Piping Plover and you may even be lucky enough to spot a bald eagle swooping majestically overhead.

In the colder months, ice fishing on these lakes is a real treat. While you enjoy the winter wonderland around you and the wonder wildlife, you can catch pike, perch and walleye like a true `hard water fisherman`.

The beautiful changing scenery of Presque Isle County is the perfect location to capture some stunning landscape photographs, as a souvenir of your stay. Whether it is a tumbling waterfall, historic lighthouse or a wildlife shot, it will have pride of place in your home when you return, where you can enjoy it from the comfort of your quality Berkline furniture.  

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3D Taxidermy & Wildlife Art [Art Galleries & Dealers, Taxidermist], 14979 M-68 Hwy., Millersburg, MI 49759, Phone: (989) 733-4444

Black Mountain Pathway [Bike, Cross-Country Ski, Horseback, Hiking Trail], County Road 489, Onaway, MI 49765, Phone: (989) 785-4251. 30 mile groomed double-tracked cross-country ski, hike, bike and horseback trail. A separate six-mile skating lane meanders around the lower portion of the mountain. Well maintained. Parking lot, toilet and informal bulletin board with maps. Nearby Black Lake and Twin Lakes Campgrounds.

Black River Canoe Outfitters [Canoeing & Kayaking], M-33 and Hackett Lake Rd., Onaway, MI 49765, Phone: (989) 733-8054

Bummers Roost ORV Trail. 17.4 miles.  Map

Golfing Michigan [Public Golf Coures], 3980 Curtisville Road, Curtisville, South Branch, MI 48761, Phone: (989) 785-0600

Herman Vogler Conservation Area [Cross-Country Skiing, Hiking Trails], Off US 23 on Birchwood Drive, Rogers City, MI 49779, Phone: (989) 734-4000. The HVCA contains more than seven miles of trails, all used by hikers, cross-country skiers, hunters and nature lovers. Four main trails run along Trout River and are beginner, moderate and challenging. The trail system traces a path through a constantly changing blend of habitats that range from hardwood highlands to cedar thickets and marshes.

Muy Grande Ranch [Hunting Preserve], 10434 Whitetail Way, Millersburg, MI 49759, Phone: (989) 733-7132

High Country Pathway [Biking & Hiking Trail], 9 miles E of Vanderbilt via Sturgeon Valley Rd.  80+ miles.

Huron-Sunrise Trail [Biking Trail], 292 S. Bradley Hwy, Rogers City, MI 49779, Phone: (989)734-2535. Stretching 10-miles north along Lake Huron from Rogers City, the Huron-Sunrise Trail is one of northern Michigan’s most beautiful. Built by the City of Rogers City, the all-asphalt trail ends in Hoeft State Park with plans for a two-mile extension to Forty Mile Point to the northwest. To the southeast, the long-term goal is to find a way through the Michigan Limestone Operations quarry to a railroad right of way called the Rogers City Spur and a link to the Alpena to Mackinaw City Trail. The Huron Sunrise Trail has many amenities in town and in the state park. On the north side of town is the Vogler Conservation Area, a 270 acre forested property that also includes seven additional miles of trails mostly for hiking or mountain biking.

Michigan Paddlesports Directory [Canoeing & Kayaking], 3980 Curtisville Road, Curtisville, South Branch, MI 48761, Phone: (989) 785-0600

Merchant S [Bike Rental], 17130 USHighway 23 North, Millersburg, MI 49759, Phone: (989) 734-7840

Ocqueoc Falls Archery [Archery Equipment & Supplies], 13038 Ocqueoc Falls Highway, Millersburg, MI 49759, Phone: (989) 733-4403

Ocqueoc Falls Bicentennial Pathway [Biking, Hiking & Ski Trails], Mackinaw State Forest, M-68, Millersburg, MI 49759, 6 miles, groomed ski, 3 loops, hike, bike, camp. Trailhead in Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground.

Ocqueoc Outfitters [Canoe & Kayak Rentals, Cabin Rental, Ice Shanty Rentals, Fishing Guides], 15524 U.S. 23 N,  Ocqueoc, M 49759, Phone: (989) 245-7204

Parrott's Outpost [Guns & Gunsmiths, Archery Equipment & Supplies], 20628 State Street, Onaway, MI  49765, Phone: (989)  733-2472

Sinkhole Pathway, 2.5 miles [Biking, Hiking Trail].  13 miles SE of Onaway via M-33 & Tomahawk Lake Hwy  Trailheads in Shoepac Lake State Forest Campground and Tomahawk Lake State Forest Campground. 

Sunrise Side Bicycle Tours, 6442 Beach Drive, Rogers City, MI 49779, Phone:

TLC Ranch Bird Hunting Preserve and Bed & Breakfast [Hunting Preserve, Bed & Breakfast], 12558 Orcutt Highway, Millerburg, MI 49759, Phone: (989) 733-5443

World Class Whitetails [Hunting Preserve] 21948 US 23 North, Millersburg, MI 49759, Phone:(800) 756-5459

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