Milkweed is a small inn set deep within the Hiawatha National Forest in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, tucked between the townships of Nahma and Munising. It is a place shaped by woods and water, by long light in summer and deep quiet at night.

The inn is owned and operated by Chef Iliana (Lane) Regan, with the help of many friends who make the work possible. Lane grew up on a small ten-acre farm in Indiana, where food was tied to season, labor, and care. That early relationship to land and making eventually led them to kitchens in Chicago, where their work earned national recognition, including Michelin. Milkweed is one of several dreams realized over the years—perhaps the most personal, and the closest to home.

Much of what happens here is rooted in foraging, preservation, and an ongoing relationship with the surrounding landscape. Ingredients are gathered from the forest, fields, and nearby waters, then carefully preserved to carry their flavors forward through the season. Meals reflect both place and time, shaped by what the land offers and what has been thoughtfully saved.

Each weekend during the late spring, summer, and fall months, we invite guests to step away from routine and into something slower and more elemental. To be fully off the grid. To glamp, stargaze, eat and drink well, rest deeply, wade in the river, kayak, hike, and spend time paying attention—to the woods, to the table, and to yourself.

Reservations are paid in advance. A confirmation email with your itinerary, instructions, and details are sent ahead of your stay. We host up to twelve guests across three in-cabin rooms, one camper, and two wall tents. Please visit our FAQs or reach out by email if you have any questions.