Activities

Things to Do at Timberdoodle Lodge

1000 private acres plus thousands of adjacent state forest. The Whitefish River through the back. Four seasons of outdoor pursuits, all right out the back door.

Hunting

Big-game whitetail deer, black bear, turkey, grouse, woodcock. Guided and self-guided options.

Stream & Fly Fishing

Native brook trout in the Whitefish River. Walk-and-wade or guided floats. Great for beginners too.

Cross Country Skiing

Groomed on-property trails plus connection to the UP's famed Nordic networks.

Hiking Trails

Miles of groomed trails through pine and birch. Beginner strolls to full-day treks.

Target Shooting

Private on-site range with safe backstops. Rifle, shotgun, pistol, archery.

Other Activities

Snowmobiling, snowshoeing, kayaking, mushroom hunting, berry picking, stargazing.

Seasonal Highlights

Spring (April – May)

Ice-out brings the river back to life. Trout season opens the last Saturday of April. Turkey hunting peaks in late April and May. Morel mushroom hunters descend on the UP for prime foraging.

Summer (June – August)

Long days, warm nights, swimmable Lake Michigan beaches 20 minutes south. Prime stream fishing, canoeing, hiking, and star-gazing. Peak wedding season.

Fall (September – November)

The woods ignite in gold, red, and orange. Grouse season opens mid-September. Archery deer starts October 1. Firearm deer runs November 15–30 — our busiest two weeks.

Winter (December – March)

Deep snow, groomed trails, snowmobile paradise. Average 100–180 inches of snow. Cross-country skiing from the lodge door. Winter sauna, roaring fire, hot chocolate, repeat.

Guided Experiences

While most of our activities are self-guided, we can arrange local guides for:

  • Big game and bird hunting (season-dependent)
  • Fly fishing instruction and guided float trips
  • Winter snowmobile tours
  • Lake Superior day trips to Pictured Rocks
  • Lake Michigan kayaking and beach days

Guide costs are additional and can usually be arranged with 2 weeks' notice.