Hunting
Hunting in Michigan
Discover 32 state parks offering hunting in Michigan
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Hunting Regulations in Michigan
Status:
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Allowed
Hunting is permitted in state parks with a valid license.
Important: State Recreation Areas generally OPEN to hunting. State Parks CLOSED unless designated open. Island Lake SRA - all species Sept 15-Mar 31, excellent deer and rabbit hunting.
Official Michigan Hunting Information
Always verify current regulations with local authorities before planning your hunt.
32
State Parks
Michigan State Parks with Hunting

Bald Mountain State Recreation Area
+5
Picnicking
Mountain Biking
Snowmobiling
Hunting
Biking

Bass River State Recreation Area
+5
Horseback Riding
Snowshoeing
Hunting
Paddling
Biking

Coldwater Lake State Park
+6
Wildlife Watching
Bird Watching
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Geocaching
RV

Duck Lake State Park
+16
Photography
Picnicking
Bird Watching
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Paddleboarding
Hunting
Beachcombing
Kayaking
Paddling
Canoeing
Winter Sports
Biking
Metal Detecting

F.J. McLain State Park
+10
Mountain Biking
Stargazing
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Kayaking
Winter Sports
Biking

Fisherman’s Island State Park
+4
Hunting
Kayaking
Paddling
Winter Sports

Fort Custer State Recreation Area
+11
Wildlife Watching
Mountain Biking
Horseback Riding
Snowshoeing
Ice Fishing
Sledding
Hunting
Kayaking
Paddling
Canoeing
Biking

Fort Wilkins Historic State Park
+13
Wildlife Watching
Picnicking
Mountain Biking
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Kayaking
Canoeing
Educational Programs
Winter Sports
Biking

Holly State Recreation Area
+10
Wildlife Watching
Mountain Biking
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Disc Golf
Golfing
Paddling
Biking

Ionia State Recreation Area
+16
Wildlife Watching
Picnicking
Mountain Biking
Horseback Riding
Bird Watching
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Disc Golf
Golfing
Kayaking
Educational Programs
Winter Sports
Biking

Island Lake State Recreation Area
+16
Rock Climbing
Wildlife Watching
Picnicking
Mountain Biking
Bird Watching
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Sailing
Kayaking
Paddling
Canoeing
Winter Sports
Biking

Lake Hudson State Recreation Area
+16
Wildlife Watching
Picnicking
Mountain Biking
Bird Watching
Stargazing
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Jet Skiing
Water Skiing
Kayaking
Paddling
Winter Sports
Biking

Menominee River State Recreation Area
+8
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Kayaking
Paddling
Winter Sports
Biking
Metamora-Hadley State Recreation Area
+13
Wildlife Watching
Mountain Biking
Horseback Riding
Bird Watching
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Kayaking
Paddling
Winter Sports
Biking

Mitchell State Park
+9
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Kayaking
Educational Programs
Winter Sports
Biking

Muskallonge Lake State Park
+13
Wildlife Watching
Mountain Biking
Stargazing
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Kayaking
Educational Programs
Winter Sports
Biking
ATV Riding

Ortonville State Recreation Area
+8
Mountain Biking
Horseback Riding
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Hunting
Kayaking
Winter Sports
Biking

Petoskey State Park
+8
Photography
Picnicking
Stargazing
Ice Fishing
Scenic Overlooks
Hunting
Kayaking
Biking

Pinckney State Recreation Area
+8
Picnicking
Mountain Biking
Bird Watching
Snowshoeing
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Educational Programs
Biking

Pontiac Lake Recreation Area
+5
Mountain Biking
Horseback Riding
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Biking

Proud Lake State Recreation Area
+14
Picnicking
Mountain Biking
Horseback Riding
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Kayaking
Paddling
Canoeing
Educational Programs
Winter Sports
Biking

Rifle River State Recreation Area
+13
Picnicking
Mountain Biking
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Kayaking
Paddling
Canoeing
Educational Programs
Winter Sports
Biking

Rockport State Recreation Area
+7
Mountain Biking
Stargazing
Scuba Diving
Hunting
Paddling
Educational Programs
Biking

Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park
+10
Mountain Biking
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Kayaking
Educational Programs
Winter Sports
Biking

Seven Lakes State Park
+12
Wildlife Watching
Picnicking
Mountain Biking
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Kayaking
Paddling
Winter Sports
Biking
W.C. Wetzel State Recreation Area
+2
Hunting
Winter Sports

Waterloo Recreation Area
+10
Bird Watching
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Kayaking
Educational Programs
Winter Sports
Biking

Watkins Lake County Park and State Game Area
+9
Mountain Biking
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Kayaking
Winter Sports
Biking

William C. Sterling State Park
+9
Bird Watching
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Kayaking
Winter Sports
Biking

William Mitchell State Park
+11
Wildlife Watching
Mountain Biking
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Kayaking
Paddling
Winter Sports
Biking

Wilson State Park
+5
Picnicking
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Hunting
Biking
Yankee Springs State Recreation Area
+15
Wildlife Watching
Picnicking
Mountain Biking
Horseback Riding
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Ice Fishing
Paddleboarding
Hunting
Kayaking
Canoeing
Educational Programs
Winter Sports
Biking
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❓ Hunting in Michigan — FAQ
Is hunting allowed in Michigan state parks?
Hunting is generally allowed in designated areas of Michigan state parks with a valid license and during established seasons. State Recreation Areas generally OPEN to hunting. State Parks CLOSED unless designated open. Island Lake SRA - all species Sept 15-Mar 31, excellent deer and rabbit hunting. Always verify current regulations with the official agency before hunting.
