HARRISVILLE STATE PARK
Harrisville State Park features a campground and day-use area nestled in a stand of pine and cedar trees along the sandy shores of Lake Huron. The park is within walking distance of the resort town of Harrisville. Established in 1921, it is one of Michigan's oldest state parks. The original park area consisted of six acres, much smaller than the current 107-acre size. It also offers a picnic area & pavilion, two mile trek hiking trail as well as non-groomed cross-country trails, and a metal detecting area.
Established in 1921, it is one of Michigan's oldest state parks. The original park area consisted of six acres, much smaller than the current 107-acre size.
The Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. Details and information on how to obtain your Michigan Recreation Passport can be found by visiting the
MICHIGAN RECREATION PASSPORT web page.
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Anglers can enjoy fishing for species like northern pike, smallmouth bass and walleye from the park's sandy shoreline. There are also opportunities to catch yellow perch or rainbow trout in Lake Huron. Fishing equipment rentals are available on-site for convenience.
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1. Harrisville State Park offers numerous picnic tables and grills for outdoor dining.
2. There are two pavilions available to rent for larger gatherings.
3. Picnic areas provide stunning views of Lake Huron's shoreline.
4. The park also features a playground near the picnic area, perfect for families with children.
Harrisville-Cedar Run Nature Trail Trail Length: 2.00 (Miles)Cross Country Ski, Hiking
The park offers a variety of birding opportunities with over 100 species spotted, including rare Kirtland's Warblers. Birdwatchers can explore diverse habitats like mixed forests and sandy beaches. The annual Tawas Point Birding Festival is nearby.
Harrisville State Park is within a short drive of several popular area attractions. Among them are the Sturgeon Point Lighthouse and Museum, the resort town of Harrisville and Negwegon State Park. For art and music lovers, there is a summer concert series on Wednesday nights at the harbor and a Labor Day Weekend Art and Music Show in the town of Harrisville. The park holds an annual sand sculpture contest on the last Saturday in July.
The park does not offer any facilities for boating or fishing, but a DNR boating access site in Harrisville allows direct access to Lake Huron's tremendous offshore fishing opportunities.
Take US-23 1/2 miles South of the M-72 intersection in Harrisville.
This guy Frank gives a Monarch Butterfly program, and we loved it. You even get to tag the butterflies as they head to Mexico
Beautiful park. Paved bike and walking trails, clean sites, restrooms and showers, beautiful beach, crystal clear water in Lake Huron, doggie beach. Magnificent.
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