Straits-Modern/Semi-Modern Campground

Straits State Park

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The campground is divided into three loops, including the upper loop, lower east loop and lower west loop. A variety of sites are available throughout the campground, and some have the potential for views of the Mackinac Bridge and Straits of Mackinac, even those set back from the water. Modern toilet and shower buildings and sanitation stations are available seasonally.

The upper campground loop sits on top of a bluff and generally has larger, more open sites, including some pull-throughs. All sites in the upper campground loop have 20/30-amp electrical service, with some 50-amp sites available.

In the lower campground loops, sites are generally smaller and best suited for small trailers and tent camping, although some larger sites are available. Toilet and shower buildings in the lower campground loops are accessible and typically open later in the season, mid-May to mid-October. Nonwaterfront sites in the lower campground loops have 20/30-amp electrical service, with some 50-amp sites available. Sites located along the waterfront feature views of the Mackinac Bridge and are considered semi-modern as they do not have electric hookups but have access to modern toilet and shower buildings, in season. Generators and power cords are not permitted on waterfront sites.

The physical address for mapping purposes is 1036 Church Street, St. Ignace MI, 49781.

About the Area

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St. Ignace is home to numerous gift shops and restaurants. It is known for its antique auto show on the last weekend in June and the Labor Day Bridge Walk held every Labor Day on the Mackinac Bridge.

Mackinac Island is the featured attraction in the area, located 4 miles across Lake Huron serviced by two ferry lines. Just across the bridge, history comes alive at additional Mackinac State Historic Parks attractions, including Fort Mackinac and the Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse.

The park is a great home base for local attractions as well as regional destinations. Many campers leave their trailers at the park and make day trips up to Tahquamenon Falls (80 miles) and to the Soo Locks (50 miles).

The nearest boat launch is located in downtown St. Ignace, half a mile from the park. Fishing is allowed on the shore of Lake Huron, with the best fishing located west of the Mackinac Bridge (the water is too shallow in front of the park for good shore fishing).

Facilities (Display as List)

Concession/ Store Item is accessible.
Concession/ Store: Firewood is available for sale in the upper campground loop.
Electrical Service Item is accessible.
Electrical Service:

All sites in the upper campground loop have 20/30-amp service, with some 50-amp sites available.

In the lower campground loops, sites located along the waterfront do not have electric hookups and no generators or power cords are allowed. The nonwaterfront sites in the lower campground loops have 20/30-amp service, with some 50-amp sites available.

Mini Cabin Item is accessible.
Mini Cabin
Modern Restrooms Item is accessible.
Modern Restrooms: Each campground loop has a modern restroom with toilets and showers, open during the modern camping season. The toilet and shower buildings in the two lower campground loops are accessible and typically open later in the season (mid-May to mid-October).
Playground Item is accessible.
Playground: The upper campground loop has a sandy-surfaced playground with swings, spring animals and a digger. The lower campground loop has a sandy-surfaced playground with swings, a slide and a play structure.
Sanitation Station Item is accessible.
Sanitation Station: Sanitation stations are located in the upper and lower campground loops. There is potable water available and in-and-out lanes. For those not camping at Straits State Park, the upper campground loop’s sanitation station can be used for a $10 fee.
Some Campsites with 50 amp Service Item is accessible.
Some Campsites with 50 amp Service
Vault Toilet Item is accessible.
Vault Toilet: Vault toilets are located in the campground loops but are locked when the modern restrooms are open during the modern camping season. They are available when the campground is open outside of the modern camping season.