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Attractions » Non-Motorized Areas » Earl K Dore Woodland

Earl K Dore Woodland

The Dore Woods, a North Woods Conservancy site, contains 80 acres of oak and pine woodland and the botanically diverse Taylor Creek gorge. Take a walk in the Dore Woods and let the serenity of the north woods and memories of loved ones rejuvenate your spirit. Fires, camping and motorized vehicles are prohibited. No fees.

DIRECTIONS: From Hancock drive north on US-41 to Ahmeek. Turn left onto Five Mile Point Road and travel for 2.26 miles to South Farmer's Block Road. Turn left and go 0.8 miles then continue straight on Tanskanen Road. Travel .2 miles to the 90 degree right turn. Make the turn and continue .3 miles. The road ends at the Gratiot River North Trail Head parking area. Walk in on the main two-track about a quarter mile, then bear right at the Y in the road into Dore Woods. There are no other defined trails on the property, but the woods are fairly open and ready for exploration. All of the property surrounding Dore Woods is private. Please stay on NWC property and on the trail easement.Open during daylight hours 365 days a year.