Tawas Point State Park

Available Activities

Hiking
Camping
Fishing
Paddling
Educational Programs
Winter Sports
Lighthouse
Biking

✓Verified by America’s State Parks Editorial Team – Updated February 2026

Tawas Point State Park is the “Cape Cod of the Midwest”—with 1876 lighthouse, 200+ bird species, Lake Huron beaches!

1876 Lighthouse

Historic Fresnel lens. Tours mid-May–mid-Oct. Climb for views!

Birding

200+ species! Prime spring/fall migration. Peak: May.

Camping

189 electric sites (20/30/50 amp)
1 yurt, 4 cabins
Pet-friendly beach section

Best birding time?

May! Peak warbler migration.

Midwest Birding Paradise

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Last updated: February 20, 2026

At a Glance

State
Michigan
Established
1960
Features
Beaches, Lighthouses
Park Size
183 acres

Accessible The beach house is in the day-use area on the Lake Huron side of the point and includes restrooms and changing rooms with food concessions outside. available. Accessible available. Accessible Modern restrooms are located in the day-use area beach house on the Lake Huron side of the point. available. Accessible A pavilion that can accommodate groups of up to 75 people located in the day-use area includes picnic tables, a large charcoal grill and three 110-amp electrical outlets. The shelter is screened and separated from the restrooms by a partition wall, and restrooms remain open to the public during rentals. Shelter reservations can be made 12 months in advance at MIDNRReservations.com. available. Accessible An accessible playground featuring a play structure, swings and slides is located in the day-use area on the Lake Huron side of the point. The surface is rubberized with a sand and woodchipped border. The day-use area also features horseshoe pits and a sand volleyball court. available.

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Fishing in Michigan

Resident $26

Non-Resident $76

🎉 Free Days: Two free weekends annually

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