State Parks

The Michigan DNR will debut its new Free Snowmobiling Weekend program in February, waiving the required trail permit fees for the first time ever.

Keeping with the theme of offering the "best of everything", Michigan has again proven how amazing it is. One of Michigan's parks has been named 'Most Beautiful.

Did you know that stacking rocks harms the ecosystem? Michigan's Tahquamenon Falls State Park reminds visitors not to stack rocks while visiting, and here's why.

The Michigan DNR says camping reservations for state parks are filling fast and many popular weekends are fully booked for the 2022 season.

If you've been wanting to get out of the house but are on a budget, check these out: at least 10 natural areas near Kalamazoo you can visit for free or for cheap.

Fun fact: Mackinac Island was first a national park before being recognized as a state park in 1895.

Michigan Department of Natural Resources firefighters this year will return to using deliberately set fires to improve wildlife habitat. The “prescribed burns” will only take place on state-owned lands and under conditions firefighters believe will allow them to fully control the burning.

Michigan's Department of Natural Resources has announced the opening dates for state-managed campgrounds, harbors, and other outdoor spaces.

The passport allows year-round entry into all the state parks, campgrounds, state trails, historic sites, and boat sites.

Not a fan of the traditional Black Friday activities? Michigan Department of Natural Resources is offering free entry into State Parks on November 29th.