Burma Rd
Copper Harbor, MI

The Estivant Pines Nature Sanctuary is located in Keweenaw County near Copper Harbor. From Lake Manganese head down the dirt road for about 1.2 miles and follow the signs to Estivant Pines. There will be a swampy area to your left and soon you will see a road to the right. Turn right there and take the very next right which will lead you to the parking area for the sanctuary.

Burma Rd
Copper Harbor, MI

The trail can be difficult to follow at times so be sure to always keep an eye out for the blue trail markers painted on trees along the trail.

Burma Rd
Copper Harbor, MI

The Estivant Pines is the largest tract of old-growth Eastern White Pines preserved in Michigan. There are hundreds of 300-500 year old white pines measuring up to 5 feet in diameter!

Burma Rd
Copper Harbor, MI

Hike the 1 mile Cathedral Grove loop through some of the largest and oldest giant white pines, growing more than 125 feet tall and dating back 300 years.

Burma Rd
Copper Harbor, MI

Two loop trails bring hikers through the old growth forest. The two trails intersect and can be completed as a 2.5 mile hike.

Burma Rd
Copper Harbor, MI

There are many boardwalks located throughout the hike.

Burma Rd
Copper Harbor, MI

Stop on the bridge and enjoy the sounds of streaming water and chirping birds. The remote location of this trail provides many ambient nature sounds. More than 85 bird species inhabit the old-growth forest, including woodpeckers, hawks, and red crossbills.

Burma Rd
Copper Harbor, MI

Be careful to watch your step as many sections have large roots or rocks with steep sections of trail. The trail is generally easy but does contain a few small technical sections.

Burma Rd
Copper Harbor, MI

Keep your eye out for interesting sights along the trail.

Burma Rd
Copper Harbor, MI

There is no fee to visit Estivant Pines Nature Sanctuary but donations are accepted. The Michigan Nature Association is a nonprofit conservation organization working to protect Michigan’s rare, threatened and endangered species by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive.