State Guide
Explore Michigan Outdoors
Michigan offers 688 trails, 50 parks, and 2392 campgrounds worth planning a trip around. The trail mix runs 330 easy, 266 moderate, 62 difficult, and 30 expert-rated, so the state holds something for casual walkers and seasoned alpinists alike. Routes range from under a mile to 4,833 miles, with the toughest climbs gaining 6142 feet. Public lands worth knowing here include Isle Royale National Park, Hiawatha National Forest, and Huron-Manistee National Forests. Among the trails hikers return to: North Country National Scenic Trail, Fred Meijer White Pine Trail, and Pere Marquette.
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Campgrounds in Michigan
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4-Mile Trail Camp DNR
Grayling
6 Lakes Campground
Hillsdale
7D Ranch
Manistee National Forest
Addison Oaks County Park
Leonard
Adventure Bound Campground
Manistee National Forest
Agate Beach Park Campground
Toivola
Alcona Canoe Rental and Campground
Huron National Forest
Alcona Park
Huron National Forest
Algonac State Park
Clay Twp
Alice Springs RV Park & Resort
Ionia
Allegan County Pine Point Campground & Equestrian Park
Allegan
Allegan State Game Area
Fennville
More Popular Trails
Strong options people open most often when researching Michigan.
Addison Oaks County Park Loop
Lakeville, Michigan
Agate Falls Trail
Trout Creek, Michigan
Agnes S. Andreae Nature Preserve Loop
Afton, Michigan
Al Quaal Trail
Ishpeming, Michigan
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