Harrisville State Park

248 State Park Road
Harrisville MI, 48740

989-724-5126
TTY/TDD711 (Michigan Relay Center)

107 (Acres)

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Harrisville State Park is set along the sandy shores of Lake Huron and is home to a day-use area, a modern campground, a designated swim beach, trails, overnight lodging options and more.
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Event Information

Explorer Programs: Seasonal naturalists offer weekly nature-based nature programming Memorial Day through Labor Day. View weekly programming calendar (PDF).

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Harrisville State Park is set along the sandy shores of Lake Huron. The park is home to a day-use area nestled in a stand of pine and cedar trees, a modern campground, a designated swim beach, trails, overnight lodging options and more. Established in 1921, it is one of Michigan's oldest state parks.

The park is within walking distance of the resort town of Harrisville and close to Sturgeon Point Lighthouse and Negwegon State Park. The 2-mile paved Heritage Trail runs north and south through the park and connects to Harrisville via Third Street.

track chair iconThe park's track chair – capable of handling trails, snow, sand and shallow water – expands access beyond traditional wheelchairs. The chairs are available for visitors to borrow at no cost.


Campgrounds

Harrisville-Mini Cabins
800-447-2757
(1)
Harrisville-Modern Campground
800-447-2757
(195)
Harrisville-Sunrise Rustic Cabin
800-447-2757
(1)

Trails

Harrisville-Cedar Run Nature Trail
Trail Length: 2.00 (Miles)
Harrisville-Heritage Trail
Trail Length: 2.00 (Miles)

About the Area

View Online Visitor's Guide

The park is within walking distance of the town of Harrisville and close to to Sturgeon Point State Park, Negwegon State Park and Michigan's Heritage Route 23..

Rain or shine, Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary creates lasting memories! Explore interactive exhibits or embark on a glass-bottom boat tour over shipwrecks. Visit Visit thunderbay.noaa.gov.

Activities (Display as List)

Biking Item is accessible.
Biking
Cross-Country Skiing Item is accessible.
Cross-Country Skiing
Hiking Item is accessible.
Hiking
Metal Detecting Item is accessible.
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.
Nature Programs Item is accessible.
Nature Programs: Seasonal naturalists offer weekly nature-based nature programming Memorial Day through Labor Day. View weekly programming calendar (PDF).
Paddlesports Item is accessible.
Paddlesports: A carry-in boat launch is located at the south end of the day-use parking lot.
Pet-Friendly Area Item is accessible.
Pet-Friendly Area:

A pet-friendly beach, open to non-campers, is located in the modern campground. Please park in the day-use parking lot because there is no public parking. 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.

Mini cabin #186 is pet pet-friendly. There is an additional fee of $10 per night/pet/cabin. Up to two pets (cats and dogs only) are allowed.

Snowshoeing Item is accessible.
Snowshoeing
Swimming Item is accessible.
Swimming:

A designated swim area is in the park’s day-use area.

Please be mindful of Great Lakes beach safety. Pay attention to the beach flag warning system in designated swim areas; red flags indicate the water is unsafe and no one should swim in or enter the water.

Winter Camping Item is accessible.
Winter Camping: The cabins are open year-round.

Facilities (Display as List)

Cabins & Lodges Item is accessible.
Cabins & Lodges: There is one rustic cabin and two mini cabins. To make a reservation, visit "http://www.midnrreservations.com" target="blank">www.midnrreservations.com.
Mini Cabin Item is accessible.
Mini Cabin
Modern Restrooms Item is accessible.
Modern Restrooms
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 served. There are two locations that are accessible.
Picnic Shelter Item is accessible.
Picnic Shelter: There is a picnic shelter located in the day-use area that includes picnic tables, charcoal grills, electrical service (reservations only) and modern restrooms. Shelter reservations can be made 12 months in advance at MiDNRReservations.com.
Playground Item is accessible.
Playground: There are slides and swings in the day-use area.
Sanitation Station Item is accessible.
Sanitation Station: The park’s sanitation station is in the modern campground. There is potable water available and two lanes.
Some Campsites with 50 amp Service Item is accessible.
Some Campsites with 50 amp Service
Water Access Item is accessible.
Water Access:

Enjoy 1 mile of shoreline stretching along Lake Huron.

Please be mindful of Great Lakes beach safety. Pay attention to the beach flag warning system in designated swim areas; red flags indicate the water is unsafe and no one should swim in or enter the water.