Cabin in the Clearing

Cabin in the Clearing. . This area was logged in the late 1800's for the large white and red pine and white cedar. Then, in the 1930's and 40's the virgin hardwoods were logged. After the initial logging era, much of the land was tax delinquent and reverted to the State of Michigan that designated it as state forest. , Some parcels were sold to farmers or residents for "camps" or cabins in the woods. This cabin is known as the "Jones cabin." Though little is known about its occupants and use, it represents an era of Upper Peninsula hunting camps that have been popular retreats for decades. This cabin was built on land leased from Cleveland Cliffs Iron Co. , Cabin sites like this one are common throughout the Lakeshore. In a few years nothing will remain but the fragrant lilac bushes and daffodils blooming in the spring beneath the towering white spruce trees. This cabin is being reclaimed by nature and will molder away into history. , Page 620 - Alger County Deed Record Book recording the sale of 21,808 acres to Cleveland Cliffs Iron Co. for the sum of $87,235.44 - March 20, 1902