MI

Michigan Highpoint

Mount Arvon

1,979 ft · Huron Mountains · Baraga County

Short walk

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Mount Arvon summit

The summit pin marks Mount Arvon. The signed forest-road approach reaches a parking area about one quarter mile from the highpoint, but road conditions and logging routes can change.

USGS-derived Mount Arvon summit location

Standard route

Mount Arvon summit walk

Follow the Baraga County blue diamond signs from the L'Anse and Skanee Road approach through the forest-road network to the Mount Arvon parking area. From there, walk the final old logging road and woodland route to the marked highpoint.

Distance

About 0.5 mi

Elevation gain

Minimal

Route

Out & back

Difficulty

Easy

Trailhead

Mount Arvon summit parking area

Typical hazards: Deep mud, snow, rough forest roads, potholes, changing logging roads, fallen trees, limited cell service, and remote backcountry travel.

Baraga County places the parking area approximately one quarter mile from the summit. Follow the blue diamond signs rather than relying only on navigation software because logging roads can change.

Baraga County: Mount Arvon directions and map

Access

Signed Baraga County approach

The recommended route begins from L'Anse, follows Skanee Road to Church Road, then Ravine River Road and the signed forest-road system toward Mount Arvon.

From L'AnseAbout 27 driving miles
Final approachRemote gravel and logging roads
NavigationFollow blue diamond Mount Arvon signs
Public accessState easement across private resource land

Road conditions determine how close you can drive.

The signed route normally reaches a parking area about one quarter mile from the summit. Snow, mud, washouts, logging activity, or deep ruts can require stopping farther away. Return toward L'Anse by the same signed route.

Park amenities

  • Small summit-area parking area
  • Highpoint marker
  • Benches
  • Summit register

Know before you go

Mount Arvon access basics

Follow the signed Mount Arvon access route and state easement.

Respect surrounding private resource land and active logging operations.

Do not force vehicle access when snow, mud, washouts, or road damage make travel unsafe.

Pack out all trash and leave the summit register and marker undamaged.

Return by the recommended signed route toward L'Anse.

Conditions

Check before leaving

Changes frequently

Check local road conditions before leaving L'Anse. Carry offline navigation and enough fuel, water, and supplies for a remote forest-road trip. Follow current blue signs even if a navigation app suggests another logging road.