Highland Recreation Area, Protected recreation area in White Lake, Michigan.
Highland Recreation Area spans 6000 acres of forest-covered hills with ten inland lakes, designated swimming beaches, and 44 miles of trails through diverse landscapes.
The land functioned as a private retreat for automotive industrialist Edsel Ford before becoming a National Natural Landmark in 1976.
The recreation area contains all principal forest types of southern Michigan, including tamarack swamps, beech-maple forests, and oak-hickory stands.
Visitors need a Recreation Passport to access facilities such as picnic areas, radio-controlled flying fields, and designated dog training sections.
The Haven Hill section features the landscape design work of Jens Jensen, incorporating natural elements into planned recreational spaces.
Location: Michigan
Inception: 1976
GPS coordinates: 42.63640,-83.57310
Latest update: March 6, 2025 13:25
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