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Camping and Hiking in Michigan
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Brimley State Park
Brimley State Park features a 270-site modern campground with
large, grassy campsites, as well as a mini-cabin and a beautiful
swimming beach on Lake Superior's Whitefish Bay. A scenic view
of the Canadian highlands can be seen north of the park. Take 6
Mile Road one mile east of Brimley. Camping facilities open from
April 15 to December 1, with no modern toilets the first and
last month. For information call: (906)248-3422
Cheboygan State Park
Cheboygan State Park is located on the Straits of Mackinac,
boasting scenic Lake Huron beach front and views of historic
lighthouse ruins. Three rustic cabins are available on the
coastline along Lighthouse Point and are close to a wooded
hiking and cross-country ski trail system. Take US-23 south of
Cheboygan four miles. Camping facilities open from May 1 to
November 1. For information call: (616)627-2811
P. H. Hoeft State Park
P.H. Hoeft State Park is located along the shores of Lake Huron,
offering an excellent swimming area, scenic hiking along the
one-mile beach, and a close view of Great Lakes freighters. A
spacious picnic shelter with split-stone fireplace accommodates
100 people and affords a lakefront view. Take US-23 five miles
northwest of Rogers City. Camping facilities open April 15 to
December 1; modern toilets only from May 1 to November 1. For
information call (517)734-2543
Wilderness State Park
Wilderness State Park is a nature lover's paradise, offering 26
miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, 16 miles of hiking trails and
nine rustic cabins, some of which are located on the Lake
Michigan shoreline. Twelve miles of cross-country ski trails
provide a winter wilderness experience. Take Wilderness Park
Drive 11 miles west of Mackinaw City. Camping facilities open
April 1 to December 1, with no modern toilets the first and last
month. For information call: (616)436-5381
Craig Lake State Park
Located in the heart of moose country, Craig Lake State Park is
ideal for backcountry camping, canoeing and wildlife viewing.
Take US-41/M-28 six miles west of Champion and turn north onto
Keewaydin Lake Road. Go 12 miles, taking the left fork after
five miles. The park is totally undeveloped except for its trail
network and two cabins, which are open from May 15 to October
15. For information call:(906)339-4461
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