Want to photograph a moose munching in a reedy wetland, an eagle soaring over forested expanses, or perhaps even a beaver employing his carpentry skills as he repairs his dam? Stroll along the trails lining the forested banks of the Black River and you may see these and other sights. Tread softly and you may even see a fox chasing a snowshoe hare or an osprey fishing for trout. But watch out for the black bears and skunks. They are wild animals, and if you surprise them, they may not be as friendly as you wish! Morning or late afternoon usually offers the best opportunities to observe the abundant wildlife typical of northern hardwood and conifer forests. At these times of day you may even observe them as you drive along the Black River Scenic Byway.
Black River Scenic Byway
A Wildlife Photographer's Dream on the Black River Scenic Byway
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- © 1998 U.S. Forest Service - Ottawa NF, MI
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Black River Scenic Byway Overview
From the weathered wooden docks at the Black River Harbor, the pines and hemlocks on the far shore ripple in the green waters of Lake Superior. The only sounds that break the silence are the lap of waves against the pier and the faint hum of a motorboat in the distance. You are experiencing a...
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