Wilderness State Park Outdoor Center

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Wilderness State Park, located just 11 miles west of Mackinaw City, is home to 26 miles of beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline, 20-plus miles of trails, a …

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4.5/5 · 164 reviews
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Oct 8, 2023
Right on the Lake. The facilities are clean and nice - just like all the State Parks in Michigan. Campsites are large and easily accessed. Not far from the Dark Sky Viewing Area. Full review by jlmurvin
Jul 8, 2023
Watch your speed near the houses on Wilderness Park Dr. The police are very strict because kids and pets are everywhere. The park is great! Full review by megangarver
Jun 24, 2023
Best camping facilities of our trip - amazing new bathrooms, showers and camp kitchen and super clean. Right on the lake too! Great for families. The park is beautiful, right on the water. Watch out … Full review by T. A

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Is it possible or even probable that the aurora borealis is visible from this place in March?
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If there is any solar activity it's a great place to see the Aurora
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Answer by Blue N · Oct 30, 2019
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I see the showers at Wilderness aren’t available in early May. Do any of the camp stores have shower facilities?
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I don’t believe they do. And if they do, I’ve known the state to winterize those also. You’d be best served to called them directly and ask the question.
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Answer by Lyle T · Jan 16, 2019
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Bike trails and fishing dock?
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All of the hiking trails are open to biking EXCEPT Waugoshance point and any beach areas. Basically, any established trail. There are some nice flat sections and some hilly sections. …
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All of the hiking trails are open to biking EXCEPT Waugoshance point and any beach areas. Basically, any established trail. There are some nice flat sections and some hilly sections. Be sure to ask a ranger and note which sections may be muddy or even underwater (the eastern section of the trails can be). I am not sure about a fishing dock for Lake MIchigan. There is a pond near the nature center where we have caught panfish and bass.
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Answer by Jeff S · Sep 6, 2018
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