After our Jordan River Trip in November, it’s time to plan another getaway to the northern woods of Michigan. Our destination this time is the Green Timbers lower cabin in the Pigeon River State Forest. We were there in October and were serenaded by the sounds of elk bugling all night. The cabin provides shelter and a fireplace. That will be our base camp for the weekend. There is also a large fire pit outside.
There are miles of trails to explore in the tract and another cabin with a great view located up the hill a mile or so. The river never freezes, so water is available. Lots of hanging spots are located nearby. FYI, you might want to bring some extra long tree straps. We have some pretty big trees here in Michigan! The hike in is a little over 2 miles on a 2-track that is usually packed down pretty good by the snowmobiles. Hopefully we’ll have snow, so pulks & snowshoes wouldn’t be a bad idea.
Food: We’re packing in the dutch oven, so we’ll be carrying on our food theme from our last trip: bacon steaks, bisquits & gravy, chili, venison sausage, jambalaya, etc.
Getting there:
From I-75, depart at exit 290 and head south for Vanderbilt. In town turn east (left) on Sturgeon Valley Road and follow it for 7 miles. The main entry to Green Timbers is the stonegate trailhead on Sturgeon Valley Road, reached just before crossing the Sturgeon River. Location details (thank you Jim DuFresne)
http://www.michigantrailmaps.com/member-profile/3/71/
Come on out and enjoy a weekend in the woods with some fellow hangers!
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