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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.

 

 

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.

Fishing

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Trails

bright vibrant colors of orange yellow and green around the lake, seen through the path of a trail

ORV Riding

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Accessible Recreation

Corey Lee using a Track Chair on a beach in Muskegon.

Museums & Historic Sites

Historic stone buildings and fall trees on a small peninsula reaching out into Lake Michigan.

State Parks & Camping

ludington state park, fall leaves around the lake, sun is setting

Birding

person looking through their binoculars at birds.

Hunting

Family hunting together

Michigan's State Forests

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

Snowmobiling

Boating

sailboat coming out of the channel in holland by the red lighthouse.

Volunteering

volunteers spreading seeds in winter for more spring trees
For More Information:
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
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Meet our 1 millionth camp night holders of 2026!
family of 3 holding gift baskets at tahquamenon falls state park.

On Sept. 25, DNR staff made a special visit to Tahquamenon Falls State Park to celebrate an incredible milestone. Kim and Jake are the holders of the DNR's 1 millionth camp night reservation of 2026.

Surprised right at their campsite, the couple was greeted by staff and gifted baskets with local goodies, including a $150 state park and harbor gift card. Long-time visitors to Tahquamenon Falls, Kim and Jake especially love camping during the Harvest Festival (which just so happened to be that same weekend!).

Experience Michigan's Outdoors in Downtown Detroit
Camping for the First Time in Northern Michigan
Silver Lake State Park: Off-Road Vehicle Safety
Harvest & Haunts Festivals
family sitting around the campfire with their tent set up behind them, mom is making hobo pies

As temperatures cool and leaves change color, harvest festivals are held in many state parks in September, October and November. These family-friendly events offer activities like hayrides, pumpkin carving, trick-or-treating, costume contests, haunted trails, nature programs and more.

Camping reservations can be made up to six months in advance at MiDNRReservations.com or by calling 1-800-44PARKS. We highly recommend booking early, as these popular event weekends fill up fast. Please note that activities within state park campgrounds are generally exclusive to registered campers.

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Meet our 1 millionth camp night holders of 2026!
family of 3 holding gift baskets at tahquamenon falls state park.

On Sept. 25, DNR staff made a special visit to Tahquamenon Falls State Park to celebrate an incredible milestone. Kim and Jake are the holders of the DNR's 1 millionth camp night reservation of 2026.

Surprised right at their campsite, the couple was greeted by staff and gifted baskets with local goodies, including a $150 state park and harbor gift card. Long-time visitors to Tahquamenon Falls, Kim and Jake especially love camping during the Harvest Festival (which just so happened to be that same weekend!).

Experience Michigan's Outdoors in Downtown Detroit
Camping for the First Time in Northern Michigan
Silver Lake State Park: Off-Road Vehicle Safety
Harvest & Haunts Festivals
family sitting around the campfire with their tent set up behind them, mom is making hobo pies

As temperatures cool and leaves change color, harvest festivals are held in many state parks in September, October and November. These family-friendly events offer activities like hayrides, pumpkin carving, trick-or-treating, costume contests, haunted trails, nature programs and more.

Camping reservations can be made up to six months in advance at MiDNRReservations.com or by calling 1-800-44PARKS. We highly recommend booking early, as these popular event weekends fill up fast. Please note that activities within state park campgrounds are generally exclusive to registered campers.

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