Centrally Located UP Wilderness Lodge near Bond Falls: Trail Access & Garage | House in Kenton

Tucked deep inside the rugged wilderness of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, our 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home offers the ultimate basecamp for outdoor enthusiasts, trail riders, and families alike. Situated on a private parcel nestled directly in the middle of the Ottawa National Forest, this property positions you perfectly to experience everything the western UP has to offer. The rental gives you exclusive access to the house, attached garage, and immediate areas in front and back of the house.
From roaring waterfalls and miles of public land right across the street to direct trail access out your front door, this is where your next great wilderness adventure begins.
THE SPACE AND INTERIOR LAYOUT
Our 1,296-square-foot home is packed with northwoods charm and features an open-concept main floor layout designed for total relaxation.
• Living Area: Gather in the open-layout living space featuring a comfortable reclining couch, a couple of cozy accent chairs, and a TV equipped with a Roku stick for your favorite streaming apps.
• Kitchen and Dining: The kitchen flows seamlessly into the living room and features log dining table, perfect for hearty meals after a long day on the trails.
• Downstairs Bedroom: Features a beautiful pine log queen bed and convenient access to the main living area.
• Downstairs Bathroom: Includes a clean stand-up shower. Fresh towels, shampoo, soap, and toilet paper are fully provided for your stay.
• Laundry: A full-size washer and dryer are available downstairs for your convenience to clean riding or outdoor gear.
• Upstairs Loft Space: The second floor is a spacious, open loft split into two dedicated sections. One side features a massive king-size bed and its own TV. The opposite side includes a full-size bed and a dedicated work desk.
• Upstairs Half-Bath: A convenient half-bathroom is located right in the upstairs loft, saving you trips down the stairs at night.
THE ATTACHED GARAGE (Your Gear Headquarters)
One of the biggest highlights of the property is the fully insulated 14x24 attached single garage. It offers a private, secure indoor area to park your ATVs, side-by-sides, or snowmobiles so you do not have to leave expensive machinery out in the elements overnight.
• Workspace: A sturdy workbench is available and provides the perfect setup for prepping outdoor gear.
• Amenities: A gas grill is located in the garage and is available for guest use.
• Gear Wash: A hose is provided in the garage. If you have muddy clothes, boots, or gear, please roll the hose outside and spray off your equipment outdoors before bringing anything into the house.
DIRECT TRAIL ACCESS AND THE OTTAWA NATIONAL FOREST
Forget loading your machines onto trailers just to go for a ride. Mount's Lodge sits on a quiet, dead-end road with immediate, legal ATV and snowmobile access. Start your machines right in the garage, pull down the driveway, and connect directly to the massive regional trail networks.
Directly across the road lies the boundary for the Ottawa National Forest. This provides you with instant, public access to thousands of acres of untouched federal land. Whether you are looking to hike through old-growth forests, or forage for wild mushrooms and berries, it is entirely at your disposal right outside your front door.
CENTRAL TO THE UP'S BEST ATTRACTIONS
Kenton is perfectly situated to serve as a central hub for regional sightseeing, allowing you to take incredible day trips and return to your own private kitchen and heated garage every night:
• Jumbo Falls (10 Minutes): A hidden, pristine local gem located just down the road inside the forest boundary, offering a short, scenic walk to an intimate waterfall drop.
• Agate Falls State Scenic Site (12 Minutes): Watch the Middle Branch of the Ontonagon River cascade 39 feet over terraced sandstone shelves, viewable from an accessible trail or the historic railroad trestle bridge overhead.
• Bond Falls State Scenic Site (20 Minutes): Widely regarded as one of the most majestic, photographed waterfalls in all of Michigan. Features a 600-foot wheelchair-accessible boardwalk leading right up to a massive, 100-foot-wide wall of rushing water.
• Lake Superior and Ontonagon (1 Hour): Drive north to the massive shores of Lake Superior. Hunt for agates and Yooperlites along miles of public sandy beaches, or book an offshore fishing charter.
• Marquette (1 Hour, 15 Minutes): Head east to experience the UP's premier trail town. Hike up Sugarloaf Mountain for panoramic lake views, explore the famous black rocks at Presque Isle Park, or enjoy local breweries and dining downtown.
• Copper Harbor and The Keweenaw (1.5 Hours): Take a world-class scenic drive to the very tip of Michigan. Explore mountain biking trails, the historic Fort Wilkins Historic State Park, and breathtaking vistas along Brockway Mountain Drive.

Centrally Located UP Wilderness Lodge near Bond Falls: Trail Access & Garage is located in Trout Creek. Centrally Located UP Wilderness Lodge near Bond Falls: Trail Access & Garage provides accommodation, featuring Laundry, Air Conditioner, Security/Safety, among other amenities. This House features Air Conditioner, Security and Bedding to make your stay a comfortable one.

Centrally Located UP Wilderness Lodge near Bond Falls: Trail Access & Garage has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Trout Creek has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Trout Creek, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.