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Allegan State Forest
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Allegan State Forest Northwest Trail Loop - Allegan State Game Area © Lynn
Northwest Trail Loop, called the Wakazoo Trail by the Boy Scouts, is a 13.8 mile loop through the Allegan State Game Area with trail heads in Ely Lake Campground, 44th St 115th Ave, 117th Ave 52nd St, Swan Creek Marsh off 121st St, North and South Swan Creek, both off 118th Ave east of Allegan State Game Area HQ. You can also get to this trail from the Allegan State Game HQ by hiking the bike/ski trails.
Allegan State Forest Northwest Trail Loop - Allegan State Game Area © Lynn
Northwest Trail Loop, called the Wakazoo Trail by the Boy Scouts, is a 13.8 mile loop through the Allegan State Game Area with trail heads in Ely Lake Campground, 44th St 115th Ave, 117th Ave 52nd St, Swan Creek Marsh off 121st St, North and South Swan Creek, both off 118th Ave east of Allegan State Game Area HQ. You can also get to this trail from the Allegan State Game HQ by hiking the bike/ski trails.
Allegan State Forest Northwest Trail Loop - Allegan State Game Area © Lynn
At Swan Creek Marsh, the Northwest Trail Loop, called the Wakazoo Trail by the Boy Scouts, is a 13.8 mile loop through the Allegan State Game Area with trail heads in Ely Lake Campground, 44th St 115th Ave, 117th Ave 52nd St, Swan Creek Marsh off 121st St, North and South Swan Creek, both off 118th Ave east of Allegan State Game Area HQ. You can also get to this trail from the Allegan State Game HQ by hiking the bike/ski trails.
Allegan State Forest Ely Lake Campground - Allegan State Game Area © Lynn
Springtime is wet around Little Tom Lake. Little Tom Swamp Trail is dry in the summer and fall, but in the spring it becomes a wetland wonderland for people who are captivated with habitats for plants and animals.
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ALLEGAN STATE FOREST
ALLEGAN STATE FOREST
The Allegan State Forest, nestled in Southwest Michigan, paints a picturesque landscape that evokes a sense of tranquility and natural beauty. Spanning over 50,000 acres, the forest is a sanctuary for outdoor enthusiasts seeking solace and adventure. Its diverse ecosystems showcase stunning woodlands, captivating wetlands, and enchanting rolling dunes, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the thriving flora and fauna. Hiking trails meander through the forest's vast expanse, leading to hidden gems like the soothing waters of the Kalamazoo River or the serene shores of Lake Michigan. Whether it's birdwatching, hunting, fishing, camping, or simply reveling in the marvels of nature, the Allegan State Forest provides an unforgettable experience for all who seek it.
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The Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. Details and information on how to obtain your Michigan Recreation Passport can be found by visiting the MICHIGAN RECREATION PASSPORT web page.
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Allegan State Forest is located near Allegan, Holland and Kalamazoo
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Area Campgrounds
East Lake Camping
3091 Weicks Drive
Hopkins, MI
269-793-7177
Sandy Pines RV Resort
2745 136th Avenue
Hopkins, MI
616-896-8315
Warner Camp
60 55th Street
Grand Junction, MI
269-434-6844
South Haven Family Campground
03403 64th Street
South Haven, MI
Dumont Lake Campground
3106 125th Avenue
Allegan, MI
269-673-6065
Gile's Campground on Swan Lake
697 44th Street
Allegan, MI
269-521-6171
Tri Pond Family Camp Resort
3687 Dumont Road
Allegan, MI
269-673-4740

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