Tahquamanon Falls surrounded by snow and ice during winter.

Department of Natural Resources

Michigan's forests offer an abundance of recreational opportunities including fishing, hiking, camping, ORV riding, hunting and more.

 

Closures and detours may take place due to improvement projects, repairs and weather-related events. Find out more information here.

 

Free Fishing Weekend: Feb. 14-15, 2026

Explore Michigan's Finest Resources

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state's natural and cultural resources for current and future generations.

Snowmobiling

Birding

bohemian beauty waxwing in the trees in winter

Fishing

little girl ice fishing on a sunny day, shes sitting on a bucket waiting for the fish to come

State Parks & Camping

lighthouse in the winter, all snowy with bright black tower showing prominently

Trails

snowshoer hiking through the snowy woods

Museums & Historic Sites

fayette historic state park covered in snow

Hunting

Family hunting together

ORV Riding

two people overlooking the trees on a stop on their ORV run

Volunteering

volunteers spreading seeds in winter for more spring trees

Michigan's State Forests

camper on a site, with a picnic table and fire pit, trees are bright gold

Boating

people on a boat coming to shore at state park

Accessible Recreation

Corey Lee using a Track Chair on a beach in Muskegon.
For More Information:
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
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Grab Your Sled, Ride
group of snowmobilers on groomed trails

State-designated trails are open Dec. 1 - March 31 and trail grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground. Explore Michigan's vast network of snowmobile trails and experience the thrill of winter adventure.

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Download the Michigan DNR Hunt Fish app!
guy on the ice holding his fish, from ice fishing courtesy cheboygan cvb

Licenses, permits, regulations, maps, drawing results and more, all in the palm of your hand. Available on the App Store for Apple and Google Play for Android.

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Snowmobile Safety Tips

Grab your friends, ride and test out 6,000-plus miles of DNR-designated snowmobile trails

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Grab Your Sled, Ride
group of snowmobilers on groomed trails

State-designated trails are open Dec. 1 - March 31 and trail grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground. Explore Michigan's vast network of snowmobile trails and experience the thrill of winter adventure.

Learn More
Download the Michigan DNR Hunt Fish app!
guy on the ice holding his fish, from ice fishing courtesy cheboygan cvb

Licenses, permits, regulations, maps, drawing results and more, all in the palm of your hand. Available on the App Store for Apple and Google Play for Android.

Learn More
Snowmobile Safety Tips

Grab your friends, ride and test out 6,000-plus miles of DNR-designated snowmobile trails

Learn More

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