It’s camping season in Michigan.
Before you start to plan your trips, be aware that some campgrounds will be closed for portions of the 2026 season.
Indian Lake State Park
The south campground at Indian Lake State Park in Manistique is closed to construct a new toilet and shower building in the south campground. It will reopen Aug. 24.
McLain State Park
A portion of the modern campground and cabins at McLain State Park in Hancock are closed through early-to-mid August. As the project progresses, sites 1-91 will reopen in phases. Sites 100-135 (and the cabins) will remain open and are not impacted by the construction.
However, sites 100-135 are closed to new reservations until snowpack resides.
Otsego Lake State Park
Sites 1-33 and 84-104 at the modern campground at Otsego Lake State Park in Gaylord are closed and set to reopen Aug. 12.
Pontiac Lake Recreation Area
The modern campground at Pontiac Lake Recreation Area in White Lake, including A-frames, will be temporarily closed for the 2026 season to update the sanitation station. The campground is expected to reopen Sept. 1.
Traverse City State Park
The Traverse City State Park campground in Traverse City is closed through the 2026 season. The park will get new camping amenities, enhanced day-use areas and improved vehicle and pedestrian access. The lodge will also be closed and torn down. The day-use area and beach will remain open.
This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Michigan state park campground closures in 2026: What is still closed
Reporting by Tanya Wildt, Detroit Free Press / Detroit Free Press
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By Tanya Wildt, Detroit Free Press | USA TODAY Network
