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Ottawa National Forest

Ewen, Michigan · Ontonagon County

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46.45030, -89.25700
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Ottawa National Forest

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High86°F
Avg Low64°F
Peak Rain Chance24%
Humidity72%
UV (avg)6
Air Quality82 · Moderate
Today
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Light Drizzle
79°/68°
💧 16%🌬 12mph
↑ 6:32 AM ↓ 9:34 PM
Tue
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Overcast
82°/59°
💧 1%🌬 7mph
↑ 6:33 AM ↓ 9:33 PM
Wed
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Drizzle
90°/60°
💧 5%🌬 9mph
↑ 6:34 AM ↓ 9:31 PM
Thu
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Light Drizzle
96°/66°
💧 10%🌬 9mph
↑ 6:36 AM ↓ 9:30 PM
Fri
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Heavy Drizzle
82°/65°
💧 24%🌬 5mph
↑ 6:37 AM ↓ 9:29 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

Plan Your Visit to Ottawa National Forest

Heading to Ottawa National Forest? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Ottawa National Forest?

No central reservation system listed for Ottawa National Forest. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/1083) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Ottawa National Forest?

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How do I contact Ottawa National Forest?

You can reach the park at phone: 906-932-1330 or email: sm.fs.Ottawa_NF@usda.gov.

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