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State parks

Michigan's state parks are full of adventures - swimming, hiking, camping, fishing and more. Many of our parks offer fun educational programs and classes for visitors of all ages.

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State trails

Our trails offer ample opportunities for bicyclists, hikers, ORV riders, cross-country skiers, snowmobilers, horseback riders and more.

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Accessible recreation

We strive to provide opportunities for those of all abilities to enjoy Michigan’s natural resources. Find accessible fishing, hunting, kayak launches, beaches and more.

Bear lake campground

State forests

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

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Give young trees a nice drink of water when it’s hot outside

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You don’t go anywhere in summer without your water bottle, right? In hot weather, your trees may need a drink, too, especially if they’re recently planted. “Wh...

DNR seeks information about 6-foot sturgeon dumped in Muskegon County

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Anyone with information is asked to contact the DNR’s Report All Poaching Hotline Michigan Department of Natural Resources officials are investigating a lake sturgeon that...

DNR seeks public input on Wetzel State Recreation Area management plan via online survey through Aug. 16

July 15, 2026

To help ensure W.C. Wetzel State Recreation Area meets the needs of visitors and the community, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, in partnership with Macomb County, ...

DNR doubles deer habitat grant funding in UP

July 15, 2026

14 projects funded at nearly $200,000 Conservation groups, K-12 students and landowners across the Upper Peninsula will improve hundreds of acres of white-tailed deer habitat th...

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