Petoskey State Park Closure Information & Alternatives
Petoskey State Park
Closure Information & Alternative Locations
September 2025 - May 2026
Petoskey State Park’s campground and trail areas are closed to the public as construction begins on their sewer and septic systems The entire park, including the beach area, is scheduled to close on October 1, but this may happen sooner if construction is ahead of schedule
For project updates and to learn more, please contact park staff directly at 231.347.2311 or visit the Michigan DNR Petoskey State Park Facebook page at the QR code linked here.
Petoskey Stone Hunting
Bayfront Park (West), Petoskey
Solanus Mission Beach, Petoskey
Magnus Park, Petoskey
Bear River Valley Recreation Area, Petoskey
East Park, Bay Harbor
Lake Michigan Roadside Park, Charlevoix
Trails & Recreation
Spring Lake Park, Petoskey
Skyline Trail, Petoskey
Tanton Family Forest Reserve, Petoskey
Offield Viewlands, Harbor Springs
Oden Island Nature Preserve, Alanson
The Highlands Resort, Harbor Springs
Thorne Swift Nature Preserve, Harbor Springs
Avalanche Mountain Preserve, Boyne City
Boyne Mountain Resort, Boyne Falls
Many of these and other area nature preserves are maintained by the Little Traverse Conservancy. For addition trails and more details, visit landtrust.org.
The information provided is a courtesy from the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau. Due to the nature of the construction, please note that all State Park closure information is subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date details, contact the Michigan DNR directly.
Petoskey State Park
Closure Information & Alternative Locations
September 2025 - May 2026
Campgrounds
While most campgrounds typically close mid-October, you may be able to find camping at the following:
Magnus Park Campground, Petoskey
Jellystone Park, Petoskey
Camp Petosega, Alanson
Young State Park, Boyne City
Burt Lake State Park, Indian River
Wilderness State Park, Carp Lake
Beaches & Lake Access
Alternate beach access to Lake Michigan and other area inland lakes.
Zorn Park Beach, Harbor Springs
Zoll Street Beach (dog-friendly), Harbor Springs
Magnus Park, Petoskey
Sturgeon Bay Beach, Cross Village
Young State Park, Boyne City
Burt Lake State Park, Indian River
Michigan Beach Park, Charlevoix
The information provided is a courtesy from the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau. Due to the nature of the construction, please note that all State Park closure information is subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date details, contact the Michigan DNR directly.
