The dnr parks and recreation division manages these lands. Explore michigan s rich culture at three more national park sites from the history of copper mining in the keweenaw peninsula to metro detroit s automotive heritage you can also hike along the north country scenic trail this trail system spans eight u s.
Dnr administers over 100 state parks and also operates 16 state harbors on the great lakes michigan s 103 state park and recreation areas cover 306 000 acres 124 000 ha with 14 100 campsites in 142.
National parks michigan. Michigan is home to several national parks which offer educational and recreational opportunities for the entire family and show off the splendor and beauty of this amazing state. National park service map of national parks in michigan. States and michigan s upper and lower peninsulas are home to the most miles of trail of any state totaling to almost 1 150 miles.
National park week is held every april to celebrate america s national park system but we think anytime is a good time to explore the rich heritage and resources found in michigan s national parks. River raisin national battlefield park preserves commemorates and interprets the january 1813 battles of the war of 1812 and their aftermath in monroe and wayne counties in se michigan. In fact michigan borders four of the great lakes meaning that there are plenty of beautiful places to spend time in the great lakes state.
Celebrate nature and stewardship by stepping back in time at sites that recall the state s copper boom days climbing atop a towering dune taking in the beauty of the 200 foot glowing cliff and more. The battle resulted in the greatest victory for tecumseh s american indian confederation and the greatest defeat for the u s. According to the national park service nearly three million visitors come to see the five national parks in michigan each year among them historic sites battlefields lakeshores and an archipelago of islands.
Plan a trip to visit the treasures of michigan national parks. This is a list of michigan state parks and related protected areas under michigan department of natural resources dnr jurisdiction. Top michigan state parks.
The national lakeshore encompasses lore from the native peoples walking trails through woods and sand dunes biking areas for almost all skill levels breathtaking views of lake michigan swimming areas a preser. See reviews and photos of state parks in michigan united states on tripadvisor.
