Fisherman's Island State Park

Bell's Bay Road
Charlevoix MI, 49720

231-547-6641
TTY/TDD711 (Michigan Relay Center)

2678 (Acres)

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Fisherman’s Island State Park boasts more than 6 miles of unspoiled Lake Michigan shoreline. The island (or peninsula when water is lower) for which the park was named is located off the shore of the day-use area. There are 80 rustic campsites, with some nestled in the dune area along the Lake Michigan shoreline.
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Fisherman’s Island State Park is located along the coast of Lake Michigan, just 4 miles from downtown Charlevoix. The park boasts more than 6 miles of unspoiled Lake Michigan shoreline, and the south end is designated as primitive. The island for which the park was named is located off the shore of the day-use area. During times of lower water levels, the island becomes a peninsula.

The 2,678-acre park consists of rolling dunes covered with maple, birch and aspen broken up by bogs of cedar and black spruce, a rustic campground, a 2.5-mile hiking trail and a day-use area. The park is popular with hunters and rock hounds in the fall season.

Campgrounds

Fisherman's Island-Rustic Campground
800-447-2757
(80)

Trails

Fisherman's Island-Foot Trail
Trail Length: 3.20 (Miles)

About the Area

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Activities (Display as List)

Cross-Country Skiing Item is accessible.
Cross-Country Skiing
Dog Sledding Item is accessible.
Dog Sledding
Hiking Item is accessible.
Hiking
Hunting Item is accessible.
Hunting: Hunting is allowed in the state park; however, you should call this park directly to inquire about any special rules, concerns or considerations.
Metal Detecting Item is accessible.
Metal Detecting: Metal detecting is recognized as a legitimate recreation activity when it is conducted in ways that neither damage natural and cultural resources in Michigan state parks nor violate applicable state statutes. 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.
Paddlesports Item is accessible.
Paddlesports: There’s a popular paddling route that hugs the Lake Michigan shoreline.
Pet-Friendly Area Item is accessible.
Pet-Friendly Area: Sections of the shoreline are pet friendly. Pets must always be on a 6-foot leash and under an owner’s immediate control. All pet waste must be properly disposed of in trash receptacles.
Snowmobiling Item is accessible.
Snowmobiling: The park roads are open to snowmobiling; however, snowmobiles are prohibited on park trails.
Snowshoeing Item is accessible.
Snowshoeing

Facilities (Display as List)

Picnic Area Item is accessible.
Picnic Area: The picnic area is in the day-use area and includes picnic tables and charcoal grills that are available first come, first serve.
Rustic Site Item is accessible.
Rustic Site
Vault Toilet Item is accessible.
Vault Toilet
Water Access Item is accessible.
Water Access: The park is home to 6 miles of unspoiled Lake Michigan shoreline, including a half-mile of sandy beach. The remaining forest shoreline is rocky and popular with Petoskey stone hunters.

Please be mindful of Great Lakes beach safety.