overlooking the golden trees from the platform at wilderness state park

Department of Natural Resources

Michigan's forests offer an abundance of recreational opportunities including fishing, hiking, camping, ORV riding, hunting and more.

 

Closures and detours may take place due to improvement projects, repairs and weather-related events. Find out more information here.

Explore Michigan's Finest Resources

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state's natural and cultural resources for current and future generations.

Hunting

Family hunting together

Birding

Fishing

fisherman on the river trees are gold

State Parks & Camping

Trails

woman biker on the trails - trees are bright golden yellow

ORV Riding

Michigan's State Forests

camper on a site, with a picnic table and fire pit, trees are bright gold

Museums & Historic Sites

hayride outside of fayette historic park

Snowmobiling

Volunteering

volunteers spreading seeds in winter for more spring trees

Boating

people on a boat coming to shore at state park
For More Information:
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
videos of winter activities
Trail Etiquette
two girls on the trails in the woods. trees are bright yellows and greens

Keep everyone happy and safe, while protecting our state's natural landscapes.

Learn More
Download the Michigan DNR Hunt Fish app!
woman walking in a field, with orange hat and vest on, holding a rifle, courtesy DNR

Licenses, permits, regulations, maps, drawing results and more, all in the palm of your hand. Available on the App Store for Apple and Google Play for Android.

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Silver Lake State Park: ORV Vehicle Safety

This short video provides an introduction to general safety while operating a vehicle at Silver Lake State Park Off-Road Vehicle Area.

E-bike Survey
detroit trails - e bike rider on a sunny day

Take the DNR's short e-bike survey and help us gather public input on the recently approved Land Use Order of the Director regarding e-bike use on state-managed trails (except those located on wildlife or state forest lands). Your input is important!

Take the Survey
ORV & ATV Responsibly
What is the Michigan DNR
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Trail Etiquette
two girls on the trails in the woods. trees are bright yellows and greens

Keep everyone happy and safe, while protecting our state's natural landscapes.

Learn More
Download the Michigan DNR Hunt Fish app!
woman walking in a field, with orange hat and vest on, holding a rifle, courtesy DNR

Licenses, permits, regulations, maps, drawing results and more, all in the palm of your hand. Available on the App Store for Apple and Google Play for Android.

Learn More
Silver Lake State Park: ORV Vehicle Safety

This short video provides an introduction to general safety while operating a vehicle at Silver Lake State Park Off-Road Vehicle Area.

E-bike Survey
detroit trails - e bike rider on a sunny day

Take the DNR's short e-bike survey and help us gather public input on the recently approved Land Use Order of the Director regarding e-bike use on state-managed trails (except those located on wildlife or state forest lands). Your input is important!

Take the Survey
ORV & ATV Responsibly
What is the Michigan DNR

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