Current Conditions

Weather, trail, and road conditions can be highly dynamic and may change with little or no warning. Other changes in both natural and management conditions may also affect your visit. The Forest Service cannot foresee or control most of these changes, but we do our best to make this information available to help visitors avoid unpleasant surprises. It is your responsibility to "Know Before You Go” So, before your trip, check the weather, learn about trail and road conditions, and check for important notices. Always check the Ottawa National Forest Alerts page before venturing out to recreate too!

Weather

Weather presented through US Forest Service sites is public domain and derived from data from the National Weather Service. The Forest Service is not responsible for the accuracy of this data.Find current weather conditions from the National Weather Service. Click on the interactive map for local forecasts in your area of interest.

Fire

Information on local fire danger can be found on the Meso West - Great Lakes Fire/Fuels Website. If you are looking for a burn permit you must check the MI-DNR Burn Permit website for conditions and to obtain a burning permit.