Michigan Islands National Wildlife Refuge Wilderness Area

Michigan Islands National Wildlife Refuge Wilderness Area is a small, federally protected wilderness of 9 acres managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Located in Michigan and designated under federal Wilderness law, this area preserves primitive backcountry where motorized travel and mechanical equipment are prohibited.

Visitation here centers on non-motorized recreation—hiking and backpacking in a landscape shaped by the refuge's conservation mission. The wilderness character means no roads, no motors, and no mountain bikes; foot travel and Leave No Trace practices are essential. Access and logistics are limited by the area's small size and island setting, so planning ahead through the Fish and Wildlife Service is necessary before you visit.