Muskallonge Lake State Park is a 217-acre oasis nestled 28 miles northwest of Newberry in Luce County. Bordering the majestic Lake Superior and Muskallonge Lake, the park is renowned for its forests, lakes and streams. The park is home to a campground, trails.
Once a bustling lumber town known as Deer Park, the area boasts a rich history dating back to Native American times. Muskallonge Lake was once a vast mill pond, filled with logs transported by rail. After the timber industry declined in the early 1900s, the park's landscape evolved, preserving remnants of its past, including sawdust piles and submerged logs. A former Coast Guard Life Saving Station further enriches the park's historical character.
The park's track chair expands access beyond traditional wheelchairs. The chair is available for visitors to borrow at no cost.
A boat launch in the park provides access to Muskallonge Lake.
Muskallonge Lake provides anglers with an excellent opportunity to catch a variety of fish: northern pike, muskallonge, smallmouth bass, walleye and perch. Lake Superior boasts populations of trout, salmon and menominee, especially near the river mouths.
The park is traversed by the North County Trail, with short feeder trails linking the park campground to this national scenic trail hiking route from North Dakota to New York which includes more than 1,500 miles in Michigan.
Seasonal naturalists offer nature-based programming at the park during the summer and/or fall. Check the park's explorer program calendar for dates, locations and topics.
The day use area is located on a small bay of Muskallonge Lake and offers a nice picnic area. Rock collectors enjoy the Lake Superior shoreline for rock picking, especially for agate.
The park is closed for the winter season, though many people still use the area for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. Muskallonge Lake is a popular destination for ice fishermen as well.
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While there aren't any upcoming park events listed at this time, you can check out the DNR's calendar of events.
The park also offers weekly nature programs not listed in the online calendar.
