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Ludington State Park
5300 acres situated between
Lake Michigan and Hamlin Lake
Scenic Sand Dunes
Seven miles of Lake Michigan
shoreline
Big Sable River
Five miles of Hamlin Lake
shoreline
Over 25 miles of trails
Points of Interest
Lake Michigan Beach
• Beautiful sand beach
with space to spread out
• Location of the historic
Lake Michigan Beach
House
• A camp store and
restaurant are located in
the beach house
Big Sable Point Lighthouse
Big Sable Point Lighthouse
• Located 1.8 miles north of
the park entrance
• No vehicle access allowed
along lighthouse road
• Hiking and biking allowed
• This hike can be a hot one,
so bring snacks and water
• Tower open 10 am - 5 pm
• Bus Days provide assisted
access three times per
year
• Lighthouse keepers
program is available
• Visit www.splka.org for
details
Hamlin Dam
• Regulates the water level in
Hamlin Lake
• Site of former logging
village of Hamlin and CCC
camp
• Excellent fishing location,
especially during fall
salmon run
Hamlin Lake Beach
• Warms up earlier in the year
than Lake Michigan
• Picnic area and playground
nearby
• Boat rentals available
through concessionaire
• Picnic shelter reservable at
www.michigan.gov/dnr
Dedicated Natural Area
• 2800 acres
protecting the
park’s coastal
dune ecosystem
and interdunal
wetlands
Accommodations and
Amenities
Pines Campground
• 99 campsites
• Located near Lake
Michigan
• Two modern restrooms
• Generally shady, with
some sunny sites
• 20/30 amp service
available on all sites
• 50 amp service on select
sites
• Connected to Bike Path,
Logging Trail and
Lighthouse Road
Cedar Campground
• 106 campsites in main
campground
• Located between Pines
and Beechwood
• One modern restroom
• 20/30 amp service on
modern sites
• Generally open and
sunny sites, with some
shade
• 8 campsites in tent loop
without electricity
• Connected to Bike Path
and Coast Guard Trail
Beechwood Campground
• 147 Campsites
• Adjacent to Hamlin and
Lost Lakes and near
Hamlin Dam
• Three modern restrooms
• Generally shady, with
some sun
• 20/30 amp service
available on all sites
• 50 amp service located
on select sites in front
loop
• Connected to Bike Path,
Coast Guard Trail, Island
Trail and Lost Lake Trail
Jack Pine Walk-in Sites
• 10 walk-in campsites
• Located one mile north
of Pines Campground
• Located in dunes and
jack pine barren; near
Lake Michigan
• Vault toilets and hand
pump provided
• All supplies must be
carried in; no vehicles
allowed
• Beautiful opportunity to
enjoy the quiet of the
dunes
Mini-Cabins
• Available year ‘round
• One each in Pines, Cedar
and Beechwood
campgrounds
• Two sets of bunk beds;
sleeps four
• Electricity, heat,
microwave and
refrigerator provided
• Restroom facilities nearby
• Contact (800) 44 – Parks
or www.michigan.gov/dnr
for reservations
Camp Stores
• Canoe and kayak
rentals
• Ice cream and
beverages
• Snacks and meals
• Souvenirs
• Camping supplies
• Tubes and rafts
• Swimming gear
• Clothing
Activities
Biking
• Over two miles of paved
bike paths connect
campgrounds with other
points of interest.
• Paths form a loop
around north and south
side of Big Sable River.
• Bicycles are allowed on
the unpaved access road
to the Big Sable Point
Lighthouse.
• From the Pines
campground to the
Lighthouse and back is
approximately 3 miles.
Boating and Canoeing
• Unimproved access points
along Hamlin Lake and the
Big Sable River provide
canoeing and kayaking
opportunities. Check out
the marked canoe trail; it
is one of a kind!
• With a paved, two lane
boat launch on Hamlin
Lake, it is easy to access
the excellent fishing and
water skiing of this
5,000 acre body of
water.
Fishing
• Whether fishing for
perch near the dam,
bluegills on Hamlin Lake
or salmon at the mouth
of the river, there are
plenty of opportunities
to reel one in!
• Special fishing
regulations apply along
the Big Sable River, so
check the MDNR fishing
regulations before
wetting a line.
Hiking
• 25 miles of hiking and
walking trails and miles of
Lake Michigan shoreline
allow you to explore the
dune, wetland and forest
environment.
Interpretive Programs
• Join the park interpreter
for daily summer
programs and learn
about the park’s history,
ecosystems and
recreational
opportunities.
Kayaking and Tubing
• Kayaking opportunities
include the Big Sable
River and Lost Lake.
• Tubing is an extremely
popular way to spend a
warm afternoon.
• Kayaks and canoes can
be rented from the park
concession at Hamlin
Lake.
• Tubes can be purchased
from the park store.
Recreation 101
• Fly a kite! Learn to fish!
Paddle a kayak for the
first time!
• If you want to learn about
a new outdoor activity,
Recreation 101 is your
chance.
• With Recreation 101
programs, you bring the
passion to learn
something new, we’ll
provide the gear, guide
and good times!
Special Programs
• Special programs are held each week
at the park’s amphitheater.
Musicians, animal rehabilitators and
historians show their skills and share
their knowledge.
• Visit www.michigan.gov/dnr
or pick up a copy of the
park newspaper for program
dates and times.
Winter Sports
• Just because it’s cold,
doesn’t mean that you
can’t enjoy the park.
Dress properly and stop
out for weekly snowshoe
hikes and groomed cross
country ski trails.
Thank You!
Questions?
Contact us at
(231) 843-2423
Reservations can be made by calling
800-44-PARKS or by visiting
www.michigan.gov/dnr