P.J. Hoffmaster State Park

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Michigan’s Dune Discovery Center

Hoffmaster offers 2.5 miles of Lake Michigan beach, towering dunes, and the Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center—the best dune education facility in the state.

Camping

Type	Sites	Details
Modern	293	Electric available
Mini Cabins	2	Rustic

Reserve: midnrreservations.com or (800) 447-2757.

Dune Climb

190-step stairway leads to an observation deck with panoramic Lake Michigan views.

Gillette Center

Interactive exhibits on dune ecology, live animals, and educational programs.

How tall is the dune climb?

The stairway has 190 steps to the observation platform—worth the climb for stunning lake views!

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Last updated: February 20, 2026