Hartwick Pines State Park, Visitors Center & Logging Museum

The principal features of this park are the 49-acre forest of old-growth pines and logging museum. With 9,672 acres in which to roam, Hartwick Pines is a great destination for paddling, mountain biking, snowshoeing, hiking, picnicking, birding, metal detecting, and exploring Michigan's great outdoors. Miles of trails offer hikers of all ages and abilities the chance to explore the diverse wildlife and forest landscapes.

The Hartwick Pines Logging Museum depicts the state's 19th-century logging era, when Michigan led the nation in sawed lumber production. The logging museum is open daily May 1-October 31, 2021, hours vary.

Pets accompanied by and under the control of their human friends are welcomed on the grounds of this site. Pets may not enter any building.

A Michigan State Parks Recreation Passport is required for entry to the park.