Twin Lakes State Park

32650 N. Hwy M-26
Toivola MI, 49965

906-288-3321
TTY/TDD711 (Michigan Relay Center)

175 (Acres)

Required

Twin Lakes State Park – located in Michigan’s Copper Country, about 26 miles from Houghton – is located on the southwest shore of Lake Roland. Fishing, boating and swimming are popular activities in the park. It is one of just a few state parks that allow the operation of an off-road vehicle between the campground and nearby ORV trails.

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Twin Lakes State Park – located in Michigan’s Copper Country, about 26 miles from Houghton – is located on the southwest shore of Lake Roland. Fishing, boating and swimming are popular activities in the park.

The park makes a good base camp for many area attractions, including Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, the copper mines and Keweenaw National Historic Park in Calumet.

Twin Lakes is one of just a few state parks that allow the operation of an ORV between the campground and nearby ORV trails. The park connects to Bewabic and Baraga state parks and Bond Falls Scenic Site via several motorized routes. Please note: ORV use is for exiting and entering the park only, not for traveling within the park. The park provides direct access to the Bill Nicholls Trail.

ORV route and trail maps are available for purchase at the park (pending availability) or by visiting MI-TRALE.org (online maps of signed ATV, side-by-side and multi-use trails in the Western Upper Peninsula) or the DNR’s interactive ORV route and trail map.

Campgrounds

Twin Lakes-Mini Cabin
800-447-2757
(1)
Twin Lakes-Modern Campground
800-447-2757
(62)

Trails

Twin Lakes-Nature Trail
Trail Length: 1.50 (Miles)

About the Area

Travel north to Fort Wilkins State Historic Park or south to Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. Other area attractions include the copper mines near Hancock and Delaware, local historic and mineralogical museums and the Keweenaw National Historic Park in Calumet.

Activities (Display as List)

Cross Country Ski Item is accessible.
Cross Country Ski
Fishing Item is accessible.
Fishing: Lake Roland and Lake Gerald, the park's twin lakes, are popular with anglers.
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.
Off-Road Vehicle Trails/Routes Item is accessible.
Off-Road Vehicle Trails/Routes:

The park provides direct access to the Bill Nicholls Trail and connects to Bewabic and Baraga state parks and Bond Falls Scenic Site via several motorized routes.

ORV route and trail maps are available for purchase at the park (pending availability) or by visiting MI-TRALE.org (online maps of signed ATV, side-by-side and multi-use trails in the Western Upper Peninsula) or the DNR’s interactive ORV route and trail map.

Paddling Item is accessible.
Paddling: Paddling is popular in Lake Roland.
Pet-Friendly Area Item is accessible.
Pet-Friendly Area: Pets are not allowed along the shoreline except for the designated pet 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 Item is accessible.
Snowshoeing
Swimming Item is accessible.
Swimming:

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

Facilities (Display as List)

Boat Launch Item is accessible.
Boat Launch: There is an accessible boating access site on Lake Roland.
Cabins & Lodges Item is accessible.
Cabins & Lodges
Mini Cabin Item is accessible.
Mini Cabin
Picnic Area Item is accessible.
Picnic Area: The picnic area, in the park’s 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 two picnic shelters, including an open-air and enclosed shelter in the day-use area that include picnic tables, charcoal grills, electrical service (reservations only) and vault toilets. Shelter reservations can be made 12 months in advance at MiDNRReservations.com.
Playground Item is accessible.
Playground: There is a swing set and volleyball court.
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
Vault Toilet Item is accessible.
Vault Toilet
Water Access Item is accessible.
Water Access: The park is situated on the west shore of Lake Roland.