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Pigs Ear
A historic crossroads and gateway to the interior.
Pigs Ear is a historic crossroads and landmark in the heart of the forest, serving as a vital gateway to the unpopulated interior of the "Big Level" plateau. Originally a bustling timber and railroad camp in the late 19th century, the name has endured as a legendary waypoint for generations of hunters and forest travelers. Today, it serves as a central hub where several major forest roads and snowmobile trails intersect, providing a sense of frontier isolation and serving as a jumping-off point for deep-woods exploration and big-game hunting.