Many of these fabulous lakes are edged with white sand, and six are larger than 250 acres. Deer, bear, raccoon, skunk, otter, beaver, fisher, porcupine, coyote, fox and squirrel thrive in the forest with a variety of woodland and water-related birds. Special fishing regulations protect this unusual lake habitat. Only artificial lures may be used, and all bass, some reaching impressive proportions, must be released. Unlike most designated Wildernesses, fragile Sylvania has 84 established campsites in 29 locations bordering lakes and accessed by a well maintained trail system that wanders through the giant trees.
Every campsite has an outdoor toilet, tentpads and fire-grills.
Heavy human use has led to a reservation-only system for overnight camping. Come here for some of the loveliest backpacking in the Midwest. Come here to canoe and swim in summer, or ski in winter, but plan to Leave No Trace. Extreme northwestern Michigan, on the Upper Peninsula. Sylvania is attractive all year.