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To help ensure the long-term sustainability of state park operations and that rates are keeping pace with fixed costs, such as utilities, equipment replacement and staff, the DNR is adjusting fees for modern and semi-modern campsites and all overnight lodging. The adjustment goes into effect for overnight stays beginning Aug. 1, 2025, and for all subsequent dates moving forward. This is the first increase in three years.
New nightly rates will be effective starting Aug. 1, 2025.
The fee adjustment was supported by the Michigan State Park Advisory Committee Aug. 7, 2024.
Increased revenue will allow the state parks system to enhance visitor experiences across Michigan. This includes improved customer service, cleaner parks and restrooms, natural resource stewardship efforts and upgraded campground amenities like new fire rings and picnic tables.
The adjustments are based on market analysis that mitigates unfair competition with privately owned campgrounds. The analysis also included other municipal, county, state and private-sector campgrounds in Michigan and the Midwest.
To help establish reasonable camping rates, the Consumer Price Index and a demand-priced lodging model were utilized.
*There are no fee increases for rustic campsites in state parks or state forest campgrounds.
New state park camp and overnight lodging rates & operating dates (2025) »
Approximately 97% of state parks funding for operations and maintenance is generated by user fees and royalty revenues. This includes:
Facility rental fees at Belle Isle Park*, the Outdoor Adventure Center and Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center will be adjusted this year. *Belle Isle fees will be adjusted in phases.
Ron Olson, chief of the DNR Parks and Recreation Division
OlsonR@Michigan.gov
