Closures

Snowmobile reports are hosted by a number of third parties and provide helpful information on trail conditions.

Due to recent blizzard conditions, there are numerous hazards for snowmobilers across parts of Marquette, Baraga, Ontonagon, Houghton and Keweenaw counties. Riders should expect to encounter deep snow, downed trees and rough trail conditions, with some trail segments impassable, especially in open areas. (updated 2/26/19)

The eastern Upper Peninsula received a substantial amount of freezing rain Feb. 4. As a result, there is significant damage on the Bay Mills Snowmobile Trail. Please be aware of downed trees and limbs. Please use extreme caution. (updated 2/16/19)

A section of Trails UP457 and UP43, both located in Mackinac County in the Upper Peninsula, are temporarily closed due to a logging operation on private land. A reroute (PDF) is available. (updated 2/15/19)

A section of Trail UP2, located between Garden Corners and 28th Road/USFS Road 2231 in Delta County, has been closed and rerouted. (updated 2/9/19)

Severe damage occurred over Houghton County trails in June 2018 when major storms struck Michigan’s Upper Peninsula in both June and July 2018. The DNR and partnering agencies have worked to reopen several trail segments, though some trail closures remain in effect. (updated 1/29/19)

An 11-mile trail segment along Snowmobile Trail No. 7 in Otsego County has re-opened for the 2019 snowmobile season. A final construction phase will take place in the spring that will improve the surface for non-motorized users. (updated 12/14/18)

A segment of Snowmobile Trail No. 76 / Indian River ORV Route between Wildwood and Reams roads in Cheboygan County has re-opened. DNR staff stabilized the washout areas for snowmobile season and will return in the spring for some final work to the trail. (updated 12/14/18)

The Harlow Lake fishing pier at Little Little Presque Isle, north of Marquette, was damaged severely when recent weather changes produced fluctuating water levels. The fishing pier will remain closed until it can be repaired. (updated 12/11/18)

The Beaufort boating access site is completely under water due to unusual rain this fall. It will be closed through the end of the season and will re-open again in spring 2019. (updated 10/15/18)

Warren Dunes State Park, in Berrien County, has two enhancement projects lined up this spring and summer. There will be restricted road access during construction in order to allow the contractor to complete the work as quickly as possible. Sections of the park will reopen as work is completed. (updated 4/17/19)

The campground (sections 1 and 3) at Muskallonge Lake State Park will temporarily close due to electrical updates and site improvements. The two sections are slated to re-open in mid-July 2019. (updated 12/12/18)

The west loop (sites 1-110) of Fort Custer State Park's campground will temporarily close this winter to reduce snowplowing and other maintenance costs. The closed sites will reopen April 1, assuming the snow has mostly melted. (updated 12/12/18)

The modern campground, modern lodge and sanitation station at P.H. Hoeft State Park is closed for the remainder of the season; however, the park will open for reservations March 21, 2019 at 8 a.m. Some sites will be open for Memorial weekend. The remainder of the campsites will open June 14, 2019. (updated 3/19/18)

Lakeport State Park's South Campground (sites 301-356, White Pine and Cedar cabins) will temporarily close for the replacement of the restroom building. The project will begin at the start of the 2019 season and is slated to re-open in mid-fall 2019. (updated 10/16/18)

Beaufort State Forest Campground (Baraga County) is completely under water and will be closed through the end of the season. It will re-open in spring 2019. (updated 10/12/18)

Significant rainfall over several days has forced the early closure of campgrounds at Baraga State Park in Baraga County and the Union Bay campground at Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park in Ontonagon County. The modern campgrounds at both parks are closed for the remainder of the season. (updated 10/11/18)

Beginning July 8, a handful of campsites will close at the Bruin Lake Campground in the Pinckney Recreation Area so that site improvements can take place. This phase of improvements includes the replacement of the toilet building at the south end of the campground and the addition of a new campsites where the old building now stands. Construction is slated to take place through Dec. 1. (updated 7/6/18)

The DNR and the Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center have provided clarification about state forest roads and snowmobile trails within Camp Grayling training areas and ranges. (updated 3/14/19)

Severe damage occurred over Houghton County trails in June 2018 when major storms struck Michigan’s Upper Peninsula in both June and July 2018. The DNR and partnering agencies have worked to reopen several trail segments, though some trail closures remain in effect. (updated 1/29/19)

There are closures to the MCCCT in both Charlevoix and Oscoda counties due to recent weather conditions. (updated 9/24/18)

Sections of the Norway Off-Road Vehicle Trail and forest road known as the “Cassidy Creek Truck Trail” will be temporarily closed this fall for trail improvements. Construction is scheduled in two phases, and it is anticipated that all work should be completed by spring or early summer 2019. (updated 9/7/18)

The Evart Cycle Trail in the Northern Lower Peninsula has been closed temporarily due to storm damage. It is unknown when the trail will re-open. (updated 9/4/18)

Several trails in Lake County and throughout the Northern Lower Peninsula were adversely affected by a storm that hit the area Tuesday and Wednesday, Aug. 28-29. As a result, motorized and nonmotorized trail users likely will encounter downed trees and branches on the trails and should use caution on any open trail. (updated 8/30/18)

Work near the Nashua Trail canal crossing near Woodside Drive has been completed; however, temporary detours for Woodside Drive and The Strand in the vicinity of Lake Okonoka are expected to continue through spring 2019. (updated 10/16/18)

After years of planning, site evaluation and opportunities for community input, the Department of Natural Resources is moving forward with construction on improvements at the Echo Point shooting range at Allegan State Game Area in Allegan County. The site will be closed to public use and entry for the duration of construction, April 10 through Aug. 31. (updated 4/5/19)

A bridge over Werner’s Creek, southwest of Trenary, has been deemed unsafe for vehicle traffic of any kind. The bridge is located about a mile north of the Alger-Delta county line, along Deadhorse Creek Road, roughly 4 miles west of U.S. Highway 41. (updated 11/13/18)

The boat tour from Copper Harbor State Marina to the Copper Harbor Lighthouse is closed due to the absence of a contractor. The Copper Harbor lighthouse is located on state park land; however, the area between Fort Wilkins Historic State Park and the lighthouse is situated on private land and passage between the two is NOT allowed. (updated 6/7/2018)

Areas impacted by last summer’s disastrous flooding in Houghton County may see the potential for new flooding concerns with spring runoff. The DNR is looking for reports from the public should any potential problems arise, including pooling of water upstream of designated trails and in areas where it does not naturally occur, new washouts, new slumping of the trail grades and blocked water flow on existing structures such as storm drains and culverts. (updated 4/3/2019)

To ensure public safety, the conservatory will remain closed until the entire construction project is completed in July. It periodically will open on the weekends and holidays as construction conditions allow. Visit the conservatory's Facebook page (Facebook.com/ASWConservatory) to learn about change in hours. (updated 3/4/19)

The Reedsburg dam is undergoing significant maintenance upgrades through early June 2019. As a result, the water will remain low throughout the winter with all the boards still removed from the dam. Construction activities will resume as soon as the spring weather allows. Once constrution is completed, the DNR will begin to slowly raise the water level.  It is expected to take all summer and fall to get the flooding back to full pool. (updated 12/19/18)

The trail parking lot intermittently will close when erosive trail conditions exist due to wet weather and there is a need to minimize activity along the trail. Updates will be available at https://www.facebook.com/dtetrail. (updated Jan. 25, 2017)