Hayes State Park

Address

1220 Wamplers Lake Road
Onsted MI, 49265

Phone

517-467-7401
TTY/TDD711 (Michigan Relay Center)

Approximate Size

654 (Acres)

Recreation Passport

Required

Trail Length

Trail Head

Camp Sites/Fees

Hayes State Park is located on Wamplers and Round lakes in the heart of the Irish Hills. The park is home to a modern campground, a large swimming area, two boating access sites, a fishing pier, trails, picnic areas, interpretive programs 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).

More Information

Hayes State Park is located on Wamplers and Round lakes in the heart of the Irish Hills. This area is know for its rolling hills and natural green beauty.

The 654-acre park offers a modern campground (with lots of midweek availability), a large swimming area, two boating access sites, a fishing pier, trails, picnic areas, interpretive programs and more. There are opportunities for boating, paddling, fishing, camping and more.

Campgrounds

Hayes-Mini Cabins: 800-447-2757
(2)
Hayes-Modern Campground: 800-447-2757
(180)
Hayes-Tiny Houses: 800-447-2757
(2)

Trails

Hayes-Red and Blue Trail: Trail Length: 1.50 (Miles)

About the Area

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Don't miss other state parks in the Irish Hills: Within 5 miles, there are two other state parks that offer different experiences. Cambridge Junction Historic State Park is home to the Walker Tavern Historic Site, a farmer's market, a reconstructed 1840s barn, vintage baseball games and more. Watkins Lake State Park and County Preserve is known for its quiet setting, wildlife viewing and 5-mile trail.

Hayes is also close to Michigan International Speedway, Hidden Lake Gardens, unique shops, antique stores, wine tasting, golfing, restaurants and other tourist attractions.

Activities (Display as List)

Boat Rental

Boat Rental: Kayaks and stand-up paddleboards are available to rent at the campground office Memorial Day through Labor Day weekends. During the weekend, rentals are available to campers only.

Fishing

Fishing: The all-sports Wamplers Lake is known for many species, including largemouth bass, crappie and bluegill. The no-wake Round Lake is known is a kettle lake popular for pan fishing.

Hiking

Hiking

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.

Nature Programs

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

Paddlesports

Paddlesports: Paddling is popular on the park’s two lakes.

Pet-Friendly Area

Pet-Friendly Area: Pets are allowed along the shoreline other than the designated swim beach. 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.

Snowshoeing

Snowshoeing

Swimming

Swimming: A designated swim area is located on Wamplers Lake.

Facilities (Display as List)

Beach House

Beach House: There are accessible restrooms and changing rooms in the beach house located in the day-use area on Wamplers Lake. JR’s Food Concessions runs a general store that sells food and camping items and rents float mats.

Boat Launch

Boat Launch: There are accessible boating access sites on Wamplers and Round lakes. Please keep in mind that Round Lake is a no-wake lake and that parking is limited at this location.

Cabins & Lodges

Cabins & Lodges

Concession/ Store

Concession/ Store: JR’s Food Concessions runs a general store in the beach house located in the day-use area on Wamplers Lake. They sell food and camping items and rent float mats.

Fishing Pier

Fishing Pier: There is an accessible fishing pier located on Round Lake, adjacent to the boating access site.

Mini Cabin

Mini Cabin

Modern Restrooms

Modern Restrooms

Picnic Area

Picnic Area: The picnic area is in the park’s day-use area and includes picnic tables and charcoal grills that are available first come, first served.

Picnic Shelter

Picnic Shelter: There is a picnic shelter located in the park’s day-use area that includes picnic tables, charcoal grills and electrical service (reservations only). Shelter reservations can be made 12 months in advance at MiDNRReservations.com. There are connected modern restrooms.