Hubbard Lake Nature Preserve
County: Alpena Established: 2018 Size: 80 Acres
The 80-acre wooded property includes a mile and half of trails for hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and wildlife viewing providing year-round recreational opportunities to local residents and visitors. In addition to providing easy access to recreational opportunities, the preserve includes two existing structures that can be used as a classroom or meeting space for local schools, organizations and associations.
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Visitor Information
Hubbard Lake Nature Preserve is located at 720 Holiday Inn Rd, Hubbard Lake. There is a large gravel lot for parking and a trail map marks the trailhead. The preserve is open daily from dawn to dusk.
Conservation Value
Situated on Churchill Point, the protected forests of Hubbard Lake Nature Preserve offer refuge for native plants and wildlife. Its sandy hills help filter rain and snowmelt, contributing to healthy groundwater and promoting the water health of Hubbard Lake.
Huron Pines hosts partner organizations, volunteers and student groups for a variety of stewardship and education-related activities at the preserve. The grounds also serve as a training facility for our seasonal Restoration Technicians where they develop the skills and teamwork they rely on during their field season.
History and Future
Hubbard Lake Nature Preserve was donated to Huron Pines in the summer of 2018 by John & Wendy Frye. Our Land Protection Program has grown considerably since then, and Huron Pines continues to prioritize lands with high conservation value for permanent protection.
Activities
iNaturalist is a worldwide community science platform that Huron Pines uses to share information about flora (plants) and fauna (animals) found on our properties. View what’s been observed and learn how you can share your own observations below.