
Crowded Porcupine Mountains limits backcountry camping
The DNR says more than 300,000 people a year are visiting Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park in the western Upper Peninsula.

The DNR says more than 300,000 people a year are visiting Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park in the western Upper Peninsula.

MADISON — A new demand-based pricing structure for Wisconsin State Park System properties will go into effect on Feb. 15 that is intended to encourage use and manage capacity while providing funds for property improvements

DNR now has power to raise park and camping – and power – fees.

An October hunting trip off the Gunflint Trail produced ridiculous autumn scenery, ruffed grouse, and an appetizing culinary education for the author last week.

The 90,000-square-foot store is Cabela’s fourth in Michigan – joining the Dundee, Grandville and Saginaw locations – and the 87th in North America.

But even though the cost is relatively low – about $300 per camping gear kit – some critics question the need for the state to be involved in such a program. Proponents say it’s in

Pets will be allowed in the following pilot project sites this fall: Harrisville State Park, Sleepy Hollow State Park, Lime Island State Park, Leelanau State Park and Cheboygan State Park.

New campers will be provided with all the gear they’ll need, a camping ambassador will meet families at the campsite and help them get set up, and campers will have an opportunity to learn from

This Saturday, April 15, most state parks will have water on, and shower and restroom buildings open for campers. And on Saturday, May 6, state park campgrounds will celebrate the start of the season with
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