The Crystal Falls Unit manages state forest lands in Iron and Dickinson counties. You can reach the Acting Unit Manager, Don Mankee at 906-353-6651, or send him an email at DNR-CrystalFalls-FMU@michigan.gov.

Click on the map to view the Crystal Falls Forest Management Unit Scroll to the bottom of the page for more infomation on current management strategies and specific State Forest compartments

2014 Year of Entry Open House Schedule for Public Comment on Annual Forest Management Plans

2014 Year of Entry State Forest Compartment Reviews Schedule

The Crystal Falls Management Unit is located in the South Western Upper Peninsula and borders the state of Wisconsin with the Brule and Menominee Rivers dividing the states. The unit manages the state land in Iron and Dickinson counties of which approximately 300,000 acres is state owned. The unit's primary office is located in Crystal Falls but the unit is also served by two satellite offices located in Felch and Norway. The ownership in Iron County is broken by many private in holdings which includes large blocks of corporate ownership. Dickinson County is more contiguous state ownership. The large corporate land ownership on the unit enhances the recreational opportunities such as hunting and fishing by allowing public access for these sports.

The Crystal Falls area has a multitude of lakes, rivers, and streams, that along with the diverse mix of timber types make the area a great place to live, work, and play. Logging and tourism dominate as the areas biggest industries since the decline of the once booming mining industry. For history buffs the area is rich in both mining and logging history and evidence of both is common as one drives about the area. Due to the areas abundant wildlife it is also a popular destination for grouse, deer, and bear hunters as well as fishermen who arrive to fish the inland lakes and streams.

Developed recreational opportunities abound on the unit and include the following for those wishing to experience the area. The unit has the responsibility of maintaining five state forest campgrounds with a total of 84 campsites. All are on local inland lakes with the exception of one which is located on a river. The unit is also responsible for 368 miles of groomed snowmobile trails that traverse the two counties connecting you to other Upper Peninsula destinations as well as the trail systems of Wisconsin. On the unit there are two cross country ski trails that are maintained by local staff. The Merriman East and Glidden Lake cross country ski trails are comprised of approximately 30km of groomed trail. The Glidden Lake trail is located about 5 miles east of Crystal Falls and the Merriman East trail is north of Iron Mountain off M-95. The combined trails offer a diverse skiing experience for many local and visiting skiers. The unit also boasts a very challenging ORV trail that is approximately 24 miles long and is recommended for experienced riders.

• All State Forest Compartment Review maps and documents are drafts to be used for general planning purposes. Links to these documents will be removed after the review occurs.

• For a map of the Crystal Falls Forest Management Unit's 2013 compartments, view the Crystal Falls Locator Map.

• The Crystal Falls Forest Management Unit has 2013 YOE Review packets available for the following compartments. The packets were posted August 1, 2011 unless noted otherwise:

• The Crystal Falls Unit's 2013 YOE Compartment Review was held on September 14, 2011. The following linked document presents the changes and decisions made at this Compartment Review to the Inventory Database, Reports, and Compartment Maps, presented at Open House, for the Escanaba Forest Management Unit. This document is the official record of changes and decisions.

  Crystal Falls Record of Changes and Decisions - Posted November 23, 2011

Compartment 008 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 018 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 028 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 037 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 041 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 053 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 057 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 083 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 088 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 089 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 091 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 126 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 127 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 140 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 143 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 151 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 158 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 178 Narrative, Reports and Maps

Compartment 191 Narrative, Reports and Maps - Posted 8/2/2011

Archived State Forest Compartment Maps
2012 YOE Compartments
2011 YOE Compartments
2010 YOE Compartments
2009 YOE Compartments
2008 YOE Compartments
2007 YOE Compartments

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