Cheboygan State Park

The planned renovation of the toilet and shower building in the modern campground, originally scheduled for an earlier date, will require the campground to be closed throughout the 2025 season. These projects are made possible thanks to a proposed $6.6M in federal relief funding from Gov. Whitmer's Building Michigan Together Plan.

Address

4490 Beach Rd
Cheboygan MI, 49721

Phone

231-627-2811
TTY/TDD711 (Michigan Relay Center)

Approximate Size

1250 (Acres)

Recreation Passport

Required

Trail Length

Trail Head

Camp Sites/Fees

Cheboygan State Park has a system of well-marked trails that provide access to scenic Lake Huron vistas and glimpses of rare wildflowers. Visitors have their choice of lodging, with modern camping, rustic cabins, tepees and a fully-furnished modern lodge. A carry-in boat launch is located on Duncan Bay and fishing is available both on the bay and on Elliot Creek.

Take I-75 to exit 326, go east straight through the town of Cheboygan to US-23, continue three miles east of town to park entrance on north side of the road.

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Cheboygan State Park is open year-round for a variety of activities. Elliot Creek flows through the park and is known for its trout. A carry-in boat launch provides access to Duncan Bay, where fishing is also plentiful. The shallow, clear water at the beach is ideal for children to enjoy splashing around.

No glass containers allowed on beach.

Campgrounds

Cheboygan-Group Use Area: 231-627-2811
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Cheboygan-Modern Campground: 800-447-2757
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Cheboygan-Modern Lodge: 231-627-2811
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Cheboygan-Rustic Cabins: 800-447-2757
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Trails

Cheboygan-Black Trail: Trail Length: 0.50 (Miles)
Cheboygan-Blue Trail: Trail Length: 1.30 (Miles)
Cheboygan-Green Trail: Trail Length: 1.75 (Miles)
Cheboygan-Red Trail: Trail Length: 0.75 (Miles)
Cheboygan-Yellow Trail: Trail Length: 1.75 (Miles)

About the Area

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Cheboygan Point Light One of the main focal points of the park is the site of the Cheboygan Point Light. Visitors will find the foundation remains of this once-operating lighthouse. In 1851, the Cheboygan Point Light was originally built on a pier in Lake Huron, but due to rough water and winter ice, it only lasted a few years. In 1859, it was rebuilt on the shore and was in operation until 1930 by the United States Lighthouse Service. It was at this time that the lighthouse and surrounding properties were transfered to the State of Michigan for public park use.

Cheboygan State Park lies along the

Huron Shores Heritage Route, featuring 200 miles of spectacular scenic views of Lake Huron on US-23.

Activities (Display as List)

Boat Rental

Boat Rental:

Single and tandem kayak rentals are available at the campground office mid-May through mid-September.

Cross-Country Skiing

Cross-Country Skiing: Several well-marked trails provide expansive winter vistas of the Lake Huron shoreline and inland natural areas.

Fishing

Fishing: Northern pike, small and large mouth bass and pan fish can be found in the Bay. Little Bill Elliot Creek, which flows through the park, is well known for its speckled brown trout.

Hiking

Hiking: Several well-marked trails allow hikers to see expansive vistas of the Lake Huron shoreline and inland natural areas.

Hunting

Hunting

Metal Detecting

Metal Detecting: Metal detecting is recognized as a legitimate recreation activity when it is conducted in ways that do not damage natural and cultural resources in Michigan state parks nor violate applicable state statutes. This park map clearly shows where this activity is allowed to take place. Any items found must be reviewed by park staff and may be retained for further investigation. Areas located within the campground are limited to registered campers only.

Mountain Biking

Mountain Biking: Nearly seven miles of trails on red, black, blue, yellow and green trail loops are shared with hikers.

Swimming

Swimming

Watchable Wildlife

Watchable Wildlife: Rare wildflowers abound along the shoreline trails.

Facilities (Display as List)

Beach House

Beach House: Modern facilities are available here, located at the site of the old campground.

Boat Launch

Boat Launch: Carry-in boat launch. Access to Duncan Bay.

Cabins & Lodges

Cabins & Lodges: The Cheboygan State Modern Lodge is ADA accessible.

Electrical Service

Electrical Service

Group Use Area

Group Use Area

Modern Restrooms

Modern Restrooms

Picnic Area

Picnic Area: Picnic tables and fire pits/grills.

Picnic Shelter

Picnic Shelter: Offers views of Duncan Bay. Shelters can be reserved up to one year in advance by calling 1-800-447-2757 or visiting www.midnrreservations.com.