Loda Wildflower Sanctuary
A road trip to the Loda Wildflower Sanctuary on the back roads of Michigan. The Loda Wildflower Sanctuary is the only wildflower sanctuary inside a National Forest. Through more than 70 acres and a hiking trail of about 1 1/2 miles you can discover a sampling of wildflower plants that used to cover much of lower Michigan. In fact, more than 200 plants have been identified and you can find them easily by following the trail map brochures that are provided near the trail head. In addition to the wildflowers there are birds galore. The wildflower sanctuary also has a bird checklist available that shows more than 120 varieties of birds to be found in the different habitats.
The Loda Lake Wildflower Sanctuary includes a small spring-fed lake, a wetland area, a creek and marshy areas. There is an oak forest, pine plantations and the remains of an old farm site. A gorgeous place for a quiet break or a full day. There is a picnic area and there are rustic facilities. There are no shops or services and it is important to note that you will have to drive a gravel road to get there. The Loda Wildflower Sanctuary is in northern Newaygo county about 6.5 miles north of White Cloud.
Trail Map