Michigan Bought a Massive Wildlife Haven that’s Been Off-Limits to the Public for a Century

Elk Foundation Secures Massive New Elk Habitat Boost in Michigan

Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation boosts elk habitat in Michigan with 8,850 acres for public access.

Michigan bought a massive wildlife haven that’s been off-limits to the public for a century

ONAWAY, Mich. – Deep in the wilds of a dense Northern Michigan forest is a remote property teeming with wildlife and trout-filled streams.

RMEF Helps Add 8,850 Acres of Public Land to Michigan’s Elk Country

RMEF helped add 8,850 acres to Michigan’s Pigeon River Country State Forest, conserving Black River Ranch for habitat and new public access.

Michigan expands Pigeon River Country State Forest with major land acquisition

The Michigan DNR has acquired 8,850 acres of land, including over 14 miles of trout streams, three lakes and suitable habitat for a variety of wildlife, including elk, black bear and white-tailed deer