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To anyone passing by, it may look like any ordinary wooded area, but the Ludington School Forest is far from ordinary. Within this quarter square mile in northeast Ludington, you’ll find trails for biking, hiking, snowshoeing, even a disc golf course!
North of Bryant Road and east of Sherman is a 1.8 mile section of bike trail, thanks to the hard work from the Shoreline Cycling Club. Another .7 mile section winds from this area south, and a separate trail takes you from the northern most part of the School Forest all the way down to Tinkham Avenue.
East of Sherman and north of Tinkham is where you’ll find the hiking trails- popular in the warmer seasons for hikers, and during the winter it’s a haven for those who cross country ski and snowshoe. The trails are labeled East Loop and West Loop. The more open land is found in the East Loop, which is approximately 1.5 miles in length. The West Loop is more heavily wooded and is 1.25 miles long. Dogs are allowed on the hiking trails, provided they are leashed and picked up after. No alcohol or smoking is allowed, as this is school property. No restrooms are available.
When turning right onto Jebavy Dr. traveling west on US-10, you will see the School Forest disc golf course entrance on your left.
One of Mason County’s six disc golf courses is found within the Ludington School Forest. Leviathan, set upon 150 acres, is actually two courses- one is 7,925 feet and the other is 4,367 feet. There is a parking area off Jebavy Drive where you can park and access the golf course. Mason County is known around the country as being a premier spot for disc golf. The Michigan State Disc Golf Championship is held in this area every Labor Day Weekend, where 400 of the best disc golfers in the state compete for the top prize.
With all the natural wonders surrounding us, it’s nice to know you don’t have to travel far to enjoy wooded beauty, right here within Ludington’s city limits.
Looking for discs? Pere Marquette Expeditions carries all the top brands!
West Michigan weather – they say if you don’t like the weather in Ludington, wait a few minutes and it will change.
A children’s flotilla that’s a miniature replica of the historic S.S. Badger carferry. Children get to ride in one of many “cars”.
The aerial view of Big Sable Point features Hamlin Lake, Ludington State Park, and Big Sable Point Lighthouse on Lake Michigan.
View Lake Michigan from the top of the sandy hill at Summit Park while the kids play on the pirate-ship themed playground.
Copeyon Park’s splash pad provides a great spot in the summer! Great fishing and water-filled fun await!
One of the most popular state parks in the Midwest offers a vacation within itself. Enjoy beautiful natural resources and endless activities.
Ludington has many beautiful beaches and parks to explore. Enjoy a day on the shores of Lake Michigan or take in the scenery at a local park.
Rotary Park park features several trees and a large, open space. Formerly City Park, the rotary club is behind many of the improvements.
Waterfront Park features a fantastic view of the S.S. Badger and sits right along two marinas of Lake Michigan.
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