Michigan Parks

Beginning August 1, 2025, many of Michigan’s 103 state parks will increase rates for camping and overnight lodging. According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the reason for the increase is to keep pace with the cost of utilities, equipment, and staff.

The Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Board is asking for $23 million from the state legislature to fund recreation projects this year.

The National Park Service is investigating a sudden change in the flow of the Platte River at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

A proposal to amend the State constitution to change how state and local parks are funded will be on the ballot. Proposal 1 talks about trust funds and…