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• Definitions of DNR Recreational Facilities

• Camping Hints
Find out what it takes to be a prepared camper.

• Get information about your favorite State Campground, Park or Recreational Area or for all of them!
Find out what forests and parks have campgrounds.

• Permission to Use State Lands

• Use Of State-Owned Lands Administered By The Department of Natural Resources Procedure and Procedure 26.04-04


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• Interactive Map
Search for Forest Campground, State Parks, State Recreation Area or State trail system using this interactive map.

• Forest Area and Forest Campgrounds State Land Rules - IC 4001 PDF icon

• Campfire Tips PDF icon
Always follow safe campfire practices to prevent them from starting a wildfire. Remember, you can be held responsible for the cost of putting the fire out if it escapes and for any property damage.

• Black Mountain Forest Recreation Area
Straddled between Cheboygan and Presque Isle Counties, just north of Black Lake, Black Mountain Recreation area pathway system provides a ton of recreational opportunities!

• Dispersed Camping
Strike out on your own, and try camping off the beaten path by getting your own Dispersed Camping Permit.

• State Forest Campgrounds
Find out what experiences a forest camping trip offers.

• State Forest Camping Registration Information
Registration takes place at the state forest campground.


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• 2009 Parks and Recreation Division Campground Schedule PDF icon

• State Park Rules and Regulations

• Wireless Internet Access Available at Michigan State Parks and Harbors
With a wire-less equipped laptop or PDA, park and harbor visitors can surf the Internet with this new amenity.

• Metal Detecting in State Parks
Metal Detecting is recognized as a legitimate recreational activity.

• State Park Camping Registration Information
Here are the basic steps to register for your state park campsite.

• Campsite Amenities and Fees
Find out the amenities offered by different types of campsites, cost of one night of camping, an ORV license, a snowmobile permit or a boat launch permit.

• Pets in State Park Campgrounds and at Boating Access Sites
Pets are welcome at most state parks, recreation areas and boating access sites with the appropriate precautions to ensure their safety and that of other visitors.

• Alcohol Limits in State Parks and at Boating Access Sites
Find out where alcohol possession and use is limited in state parks, recreation areas and boating access sites.

• Online Campground Reservations
Find out how the State Park Reservation System works for you.


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