Port Crescent State Park, a Michigan State Park

PORT CRESCENT STATE PARK

PORT CRESCENT STATE PARK
1775 Port Austin Rd
Port Austin, Michigan 48467

Phone: 989-738-8663
Reservations: 800-447-2757

Port Crescent State Park is located at the tip of Michigan's "thumb" along three miles of sandy shoreline of Lake Huron's Saginaw Bay. Some of the modern campsites offer a waterfront view, either of the Bay or the Old Pinnebog River channel. A 900-foot boardwalk and five picnic decks offer scenic vistas from the top of sand dunes in the day-use area.

Passes

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.

Camping

Port Crescent Camper Cabin(800) 447-2757 1 site(s)Barrier-free Facilities, Electrical Service, Modern Restrooms,

Sandy Beach Port Crescent-Modern(800) 447-2757 137 site(sElectrical Service, Mini Cabin, Modern Restrooms

Fishing

A universally accessible fishing deck is available at the day-use area along the Pinnebog River.

Location

Port Crescent State Park is

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Sleeper State Park

Albert E Sleeper State Park

Picnicking

Port Crescent State Park offers picnic areas with tables and grills. There's also a pavilion available for larger gatherings.

Trails

Several trails totaling seven miles meander through various areas of the park.

Trails in the park:

Port Crescent-Fitness Trail - 1 (Miles), Hiking, Cross Country Ski

Port Crescent-Day Use Trail - 3.5 (Miles), Hiking, Cross Country Ski

Port Crescent-Organization Area Trail - 2.5 (Miles), Hiking, Cross Country Ski

Birding

Birdwatchers can enjoy spotting a variety of species, including waterfowl and songbirds. The park's diverse habitats attract numerous birds throughout the year. There are also opportunities to see migrating raptors in spring and fall seasons. Birding trails offer excellent viewing points for enthusiasts.

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews

June 29 Family Tradition! by MKerner

My family has been traveling to this camp ground for the past 16 years, staying the last week in July. This is something both us kids and my parents look forward to all year long. Quality family time, a beautiful beach and clean water, nice bathroom facilities, friendly staff and nice sites. Also a cute down town with shops and restaurants if you dont want to cook for a night. I hope to make this a family tradition with my own family some day, :)

August 28 Family Park for 28 Years KIDS are GROWN by Tim

I have been camping in this park for 28 Years I love PORT crescent state Park my children are all grown but I return myself every Year. The thumb is a GREAT place to vacation. You will not be disappointed in this park. The beach sites are awesome and the lake is always gorgeous at anytime of day. I truly have some great memories here next trip their I hope to have grand kids the story lives on.

July 13 Amazing park. by Joel

Couldnt ask for a better, more relaxing place to spend a long weekend. Awesome campground to be at in late October during their fall harvest festival.

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Directions

N. on M-53 (VanDyke) from the Detroit area. 17 miles N. of Bad Axe. Or, I-75 to Bay City exit at M-25. 65 miles N.E. of Bay City. Park is located on M-25, 5 miles S.W. of Port Austin.

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Sleeper State Park

Albert E Sleeper State Park

Michigan State Parks

Michigan State Parks