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

Michigan Department of Natural Resources

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

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.

ORV Riding

Fishing

guy and his son fishing, little boy is holding up the fish

State Parks & Camping

Dog riding in RV with girl.

Michigan's State Forests

Boating

Volunteering

volunteers spreading seeds in winter for more spring trees

Winter Activities

group of people on a lantern lit snowshoe hike in the woods

Hunting

guy behind his turkey he just got in the field, tail spread open wide

Snowmobiling

Birding

Museums & Historic Sites

historic buildings of a small town in fayette, family walking through

Trails

two girls on horses on a trail in the park
For More Information:
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
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