Muskegon State Park

Muskegon State Park is located along two miles of Lake Michigan shoreline and a mile of Muskegon Lake shoreline. A luge run is available at the Winter Sports Complex.

The park is located four miles west of North Muskegon. Take US- 31 to the M-120 exit in North Muskegon and follow the signs to the park.

Activities:

Cross Country Ski: A total of 12 miles of marked hiking trails are found in the park, including 5 miles of lighted trails for cross-country skiing. The trails form a diverse series of loops that meander through a variety of landscapes from flat land, bogs and low land to scenic sand dunes.

Fishing: Two fishing piers are located within the park, including an accessible fishing pier located along the channel walkway and another located at Snug Harbor.

Hiking: A total of 12 miles of marked hiking trails are found in the park, including 5 miles of lighted trails for cross-country skiing. The trails form a diverse series of loops that meander through a variety of landscapes from flat land, bogs and low land to scenic sand dunes.

Paddling

Swimming: The shoreline of Lake Michigan provides a great area for swimming and a beautiful beach for sun bathing.

Watchable Wildlife: Visitors have an opportunity to view a variety of wildlife including deer, eagles, turkeys and raccoons.

Winter Camping: Portions of the Lake Michigan Campground are available for camping year-round. However, water is not available during the winter months.

Campgrounds

Muskegon-Group Use Area
Muskegon-Lake Michigan
Muskegon-South Channel
Muskegon-Yurt

Trails

Muskegon-Devil's Kitchen
Trail Length: 1.00 (Miles)

Muskegon-Dune Ridge
Trail Length: 1.75 (Miles)

Muskegon-Hearty Hiker
Trail Length: 1.75 (Miles)

Muskegon-Loop to Loop
Trail Length: 5.00 (Miles)

Muskegon-Lost Lake
Trail Length: 0.75 (Miles)

Muskegon-Scenic Ridge
Trail Length: 1.25 (Miles)

Facilities:

Beach: The park is home to a beautiful sandy beach with volleyball courts, grills and picnic tables. An accessible brock dock allows all visitors to access the shoreline.

Picnic Area: The beach along Lake Michigan is great for relaxing and swimming. A bathhouse is located in the beach area. The Snug Harbor picnic area is located on Muskegon Lake. The Blockhouse Overlook provides a scenic view of Lake Michigan and the dunes.

Playground