Seven Lakes State Park

14390 Fish Lake Road
Holly MI, 48442

248-634-7271
TTY/TDD711 (Michigan Relay Center)

1434 (Acres)

Required

Encompassing 1,434 acres, the park boasts over 230 acres of water spread across six lakes, offering ample opportunity for paddling, fishing and swimming. Visitors can also camp, hike or bike on scenic trails, have a picnic lunch in a picturesque spot and more.
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Sparkling waters and rolling hills welcome you to the 1,434-acre Seven Lakes State Park.The park boasts over 230 acres of water spread across six lakes, offering ample opportunity for paddling, fishing and swimming. Visitors can also camp, hike or bike on scenic trails, have a picnic lunch in a picturesque spot and more.

The park lives up to its name. Originally, seven smaller lakes dotted the landscape. Developers constructed a dam, creating the larger Big Seven Lake you see today.

Campgrounds

Seven Lakes-Modern Campground
800-447-2757
(70)

Trails

Seven Lakes Trails
Trail Length: 2.50 (Miles)

About the Area

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Activities (Display as List)

Alcohol Restrictions Item is accessible.
Alcohol Restrictions: You may not possess or consume an alcoholic beverage in the park April 1 through Labor Day (unless the park manager has granted written authorization through an event permit).
Cross-Country Skiing Item is accessible.
Cross-Country Skiing
Fishing Item is accessible.
Fishing: Bluegill, bass, pike, tiger muskie, walleye and catfish can be found in the park’s lakes.
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 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 Item is accessible.
Mountain Biking
Paddlesports Item is accessible.
Paddlesports: Paddling is popular in the park’s inland lakes.
Snowshoeing Item is accessible.
Snowshoeing
Swimming Item is accessible.
Swimming:

A designated swim area is in the park’s day-use area on Big Seven Lake. There is an accessible walkway to the water.

Facilities (Display as List)

Beach House Item is accessible.
Beach House: The beach house – located in the day-use area on Big Seven Lake – includes modern restrooms.
Boat Launch Item is accessible.
Boat Launch: There are accessible boating access sites on Big Seven and Dickinson lakes. No-wake rules are in place.
Fishing Pier Item is accessible.
Fishing Pier: An accessible fishing pier is located on Dickinson Lake.
Modern Restrooms Item is accessible.
Modern Restrooms
Picnic Area Item is accessible.
Picnic Area: The picnic area, in the day-use area, includes picnic tables and charcoal grills that are available first come, first served.
Picnic Shelter Item is accessible.
Picnic Shelter: There are picnic shelters located in the day-use area that include picnic tables, charcoal grills, electrical service (Big Seven Lake day-use area only) and vault toilets. All of the shelters (other than Dickinson Lake day-use area) are accessible. Shelter reservations can be made in advance at MiDNRReservations.com.
Playground Item is accessible.
Playground: There is a playground in the day-use area.
Sanitation Station Item is accessible.
Sanitation Station:

The park’s sanitation station is located at the modern campground. There is potable water available and two lanes.

The Seven Lakes and Pontiac Lake sanitation stations are closed to noncampers. The septic system cannot handle additional pressure and could fail if capacity is overloaded. The nearest sanitation stations are located at Metamora-Hadley (expect long lines on Sundays), Holly and Proud Lake recreation areas. Campers must present a camping permit that expired within the last 24 hours or the $10 sanitation station use fee will be applied.

Some Campsites with 50 amp Service Item is accessible.
Some Campsites with 50 amp Service
Vault Toilet Item is accessible.
Vault Toilet
Water Access Item is accessible.
Water Access: The park is home to six inland lakes, including Big Seven, Dickinson, Little Seven, Spring, Mud and Sand lakes.