Young State Park

2280 Boyne City Road
Boyne City MI, 49712

231-582-7523
TTY/TDD711 (Michigan Relay Center)

563 (Acres)

Required

Young State Park is situated on the eastern shore of beautiful Lake Charlevoix, just outside Boyne City. The park is home to three modern campgrounds, overnight lodging facilities, a boat launch, a popular swimming beach, a picnic area, 6.5 miles of trails 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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Young State Park is situated on the eastern shore of beautiful Lake Charlevoix, just outside Boyne City. The park spans 563 acres and is a mix of gently rolling terrain, lowlands and cedar swamp. There are three modern campgrounds, overnight lodging facilities, a boat launch, a popular swimming beach, a picnic area, 6.5 miles of trails and more.

The park was established in 1921, and the day-use building was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.

From the park, visitors can access the Boyne City to Charlevoix Trail. The soon-to-be-completed, nonmotorized 14-mile trail links the city of Charlevoix with the cities of Petoskey and Harbor Springs.

Campgrounds

Young-Mini Cabins
800-447-2757
(2)
Young-Oak Modern Campground
800-447-2757
(41)
Young-Spruce Modern Campground
800-447-2757
(158)
Young-Terrace Modern Campground
800-447-2757
(41)

Trails

Young-Deer Flats Nature Trail
Trail Length: 3.00 (Miles)
Young-Spruce Trail
Trail Length: 2.00 (Miles)
Young-White Birch Trail
Trail Length: 1.50 (Miles)

About the Area

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The nearby towns of Charlevoix, Boyne City and East Jordan ffer small town charm, especially in the summer months.

Activities (Display as List)

Biking Item is accessible.
Biking: From the park, visitors can access the Boyne City to Charlevoix Trail. The soon-to-be-completed, nonmotorized 14-mile trail links the city of Charlevoix with the cities of Petoskey and Harbor Springs.
Cross Country Ski Item is accessible.
Cross Country Ski
Disc Golf Item is accessible.
Disc Golf: A three-basket course is located at the sports field, along the entrance road. Discs are available to borrow at the campground host site (campers only). The course is open year-round.
Fishing Item is accessible.
Fishing: Lake Charlevoix is a popular destination for anglers. Mirror Pond, located in the day-use area, provides a good fishing site for kids. A weekly learn-to-fish program is held each week by explorer guides.
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.
Interpretive Programs Item is accessible.
Interpretive Programs: Seasonal naturalists offer weekly nature-based nature programming Memorial Day through Labor Day. View weekly programming calendar (PDF).
Paddling Item is accessible.
Paddling: Paddling is a popular activity on Lake Charlevoix, especially in the mornings and evenings.
Pet-Friendly Area Item is accessible.
Pet-Friendly Area: Pets are allowed in the area southeast of the boat launch. 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 Item is accessible.
Snowshoeing
Swimming Item is accessible.
Swimming:

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

Please be mindful of high-water safety.

Facilities (Display as List)

Boat Launch Item is accessible.
Boat Launch: A boat launch, located at the Terrace Campground, provides access to Lake Charlevoix. Please note that there’s very limited parking. The skid pier is accessible.
Concession/ Store Item is accessible.
Concession/ Store: Lake to Lake – located in the day-use building near the beach – sells snacks, ice cream and souvenirs.
Fishing Pier Item is accessible.
Fishing Pier: There is a fishing pier located on Mirror Pond in the day-use area.
Mini Cabin Item is accessible.
Mini Cabin
Modern Restrooms Item is accessible.
Modern Restrooms: Modern restrooms are in the day-use building near the beach.
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.
Playground Item is accessible.
Playground: The picnic area is in the day-use area and includes picnic tables and charcoal grills that are available first come, first served.
Sanitation Station Item is accessible.
Sanitation Station: The park’s sanitation station is located along the entrance road. There is potable water available and two lanes.
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 located on beautiful Lake Charlevoix – the state’s third-largest inland lake.