The trail to Laughing Whitefish Falls is a short out-and-back hike to one of the most popular and scenic waterfalls in all of Michigan. The second part of the trail provides railing and stairs that help hikers navigate the descent down to a good viewpoint of the falls. The hike is not very long but the trail down to the falls is a little steep. There is a spur trail located at the midway point of the falls trail that hikers can take to add mileage and explore the area further north to a scenic canyon.

Palms Book State Park is the site of Michigan's largest freshwater spring, Kitch-iti-kipi. A short walk leads to an observation area at the spring that offers great views of the clear emerald water below. The park also offers an observation raft connected to cables that floats out in the spring and provides a closer look. The trail is very short and paved making it easily accessible. The springs are accessible by snowshoeing or cross-country skiing from the main road into the spring.

Located in the heart of the Hiawatha National Forest, Colwell Lake offers excellent opportunity for outdoor recreation including fishing, boating, hiking, and camping. The forest service campground is situated along the southeastern shoreline and provides 35 single campsites that can accommodate tents and RV equipment up to 60 feet max length. The sites all include picnic tables, fire pits, lantern posts, and tent pads. There are a handful of sites that also include electric hookups for RVs. The campground amenities include toilets, water spigots, and a boat ramp. There is one group site available as well. Reservations are available for some sites and the remainder are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The cost per single site is $16-$18 per night and the group site is $50 per night.

McKeever Cabin overlooks a beautiful lake in the remote woods of Hiawatha National Forest and provides convenient and comfortable accommodations for visitors to enjoy. The rustic cabin can accommodate 4 people comfortably but allows up to 6 people. The amenities include beds for 4 people, a table and stools, a counter top, and a wood burning stove. Bathroom facilities are not available and there is no electricity in the cabin. No linens or other supplies are provided. There is a pit toilet located within close proximity of the cabin as well as drinking water. The cost is $45 per night and reservations can be made online up until the day before arrival. The cabin is available year-round but occupants will need to snowshoe or ski in during the winter.

Camp Seven Lake is located in the Hiawatha National Forest, in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The campground offers convenient access to the 60-acre lake which is popular for boating, fishing, and swimming. The surrounding area also hiking trails and additional lakes for recreation. The campground includes 41 single and double sites that are equipped with picnic tables and fire pits. Some sites offer electric hookups. Reservations are available on some sites and some are available first-come, first-serve only. The sites range between $18-$32 depending on size and hookups included.

The Big Island Lake Wilderness area offers numerous paddling options on its many scenic, secluded lakes. The area is very remote and home to lots of wildlife. The Big Island Lake is one of the largest lakes in the area and the most visited and is a good starting point for paddling. The lake requires a short portage from the parking area to access but it is fairly flat and easy. From Big Island Lake, paddlers can then access multiple other lakes through other short portage trails. There are other parking areas and trails that can be used to access other lakes in the area. Overnight camping is allowed at designated sites and is a good option for paddlers who want to explore more of the area.

Tom's Lake Cabin is situated on top of a knoll overlooking Tom's Lake in the Hiawatha National Forest. The 23-acre lake offers excellent swimming, fishing, and paddling. The surrounding forest also provides opportunity for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. The cabin can sleep up to 8 people and includes beds, a wood stove, and pedestal grill and fire pit outside. There is a water pump and vault toilet located just outside the cabin as well. There is no electricity in the cabin. Visitors must provide all other supplies and items needed for an overnight stay. The cabin is $45 per night and can be reserved online up until 1 day ahead of arrival.

Little Bass Lake is an 84-acre lake in the Hiawatha National Forest that offers a remote and peaceful setting for fishing, boating, and camping. The campground is comprised of 12 spacious sites that can be used for tent and RV camping. The sites include picnic tables, fire pits, and access to drinking water and toilets. The cost is $12 per night and all sites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Paddling this section of the AuTrain River provides paddlers with a calm and peaceful float trip down a slow meandering river. The canoe trail starts from the AuTrain Lake Campground and crosses the AuTrain lake to the river which then makes its way to Lake Superior. There are lots of sloughs along the route that are home to abundant wildlife and the river has no rapids or portages making it a good option for paddlers of all skill levels.

The Whitefish River is a designated Wild and Scenic River that travels through rugged and undeveloped terrain of dense forest and marshlands that are home to lots of wildlife. The river is mostly flatwater with sections of riffles and class I rapids. The river offers the best experience during the spring when the water levels are a little higher and the bugs are less prevalent. There are lots of rocks in the upper reaches of the river that paddlers will need to watch out for as well as some deep holes in the later section. Occasional fallen trees and other natural debris can also prove challenging when floating the Whitefish.