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Estivant Pines Nature Sanctuary

Off Manganese Road
south of Copper Harbor


The Estivant Pines Wilderness Nature Sanctuary includes 504 acres of virgin northern hardwoods, interspersed with groves of eastern white pine. Three trail loop combinations give the hiker a choice of 1 mile, 1.2 mile or 2.5 mile loops over rugged terrain. Besides the old growth pines, features include 256 plant species with 10 species of orchids, some 85 nesting bird species and large mammals.

From the Copper Harbor Community Visitors Center on US-41, turn right and go 3 miles, following the signs. This bush road is rough, so be careful.

The trail is in a Michigan Nature Association Sanctuary. Foot traffic only is allowed in Michigan Nature Association sanctuaries. Please, no pets, no mechanized vehicles, no fires, no camping & carry out everything you carry in.

Open year round for hiking, cross country skiing and snowshoeing.

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