Closures

Due to recent rainfall, a handful of boating access sites have temporarily closed due to high water levels. Ramps and parking lots may be under water and it is predicted that water levels could rise even higher over the coming days. The DNR is attempting to list the boating access sites that have been impacted below; however, a complete list may not be available at this time. (updated 6/25/19)

Presque Isle State Harbor will replace fuel tanks starting June 17 and no gasoline or diesel will be available. The harbor will remain open, but A Dock will be closed because of the proximity to the construction area.  At the same time, dewatering pumps will be running 24/7 and cause extra noise. Additionally, Portage Restaurant is closed for the season for renovations and upgrades to the facility. The restaurant will reopen in spring 2020. (updated 6/26/19)

The Lake Charlevoix Ironton boating access site, located in Charlevoix County, will close for site reconstruction through Aug. 16. (updated 5/28/19)

Burt Lake boating access site, located in Cheboygan County, will temporarily close in September for the second phase of a site enhancements project. The DNR would like to let campers, boaters and day-use visitors have plenty of notice so they can plan their camping trips and end-of-season boat removal. There are two other boating access sites that provide access to the lake. (updated 5/20/19)

The Harlow Lake fishing pier at Little Presque Isle, north of Marquette, was damaged severely when weather changes produced fluctuating water levels this past winter. The fishing pier will remain closed until funding is secured and it can be repaired. (updated 5/20/19)

The self-guided observation raft overlooking Kitch-iti-kipi at Palms Book State Park will be unavailable Tuesday, July 16. The raft is undergoing repairs. The park will remain open, but the raft will not be operational. (updated 7/12/19)

The majority of Andrus Lake State Forest Campground is temporarily closed due to high water levels on the east side of the campground. The water is beginning to drop, but  water continues to cover the road and is still more than 1-foot deep in some locations. (updated 7/9/19)

During September, Muskegon State Park's Channel Campground will temporarily close for the construction of a new toilet building. (updated 6/19/19)

The first loop of the East Campgrond (sites 1-32) at South Higgins Lake State Park is closed for construction of a new toilet shower building.  It is anticipated that it will reopen Nov. 13. The existing toilet shower building will remain open during construction. (updated 5/21/19)

A failed culvert on an access road has forced the DNR to reroute traffic to Van Riper State Park's Cully Gage Cabin, rustic campground and boating access site. Access to these park features will be via Marquette Country Road AKE; turning right onto County Road IAJ, and then another right onto Blue Road. The reroute is expected to remain in effect through August 2019. (updated 7/11/19)

The park just finished up a major road project; however, the complete replacement of the north and south toilet and bathhouse buildings in the park’s day-use area will take place through November. (updated 5/28/19)

The campground (sections 1 and 3) at Muskallonge Lake State Park will temporarily close due to electrical updates and site improvements. Staff is hopeful section 3 will open around July 18 and section 1 will partially open around July 31. (updated 7/11/19)

Lakeport State Park's South Campground (sites 301-356, White Pine and Cedar cabins) will be closed Sunday, July 7 at 1 p.m. through mid-fall for the construction of a new restroom building. (updated 6/5/19)

A segment of Snowmobile Trail 76 / Indian River ORV Route between Wildwood and Reams roads is closed due to high water and washouts. Specifically, the segment is located in Cheboygan County (south of Indian River- T34N R3W Section 9).  Trail traffic can utilize local county roads to bypass the area. Staff is currently assessing the area for a potential reroute. (updated 7/2/19)

The portion of trail is located in southern Roscommon County between Beaver and Reserve roads, and is part of Snowmobile Trail No. 6. This section is temporarily closed due to impassible trail conditions and culvert work. Trail and road closure signs are posted on the impacted trail segment south of Beaver Road. Once that site has been completed, the trails will reopen. It's anticipated to reopen once conditions improve and work is completed. (updated 6/26/19)

This summer, a 10-foot-square box culvert will be installed on the Isle’s south shore that will allow water, fish and recreational paddlers will be able to move back and forth between the Detroit River, Blue Heron Lagoon and Lake Okonoka. Park visitors should expect temporary closures on the perimeter road during the installation of the culvert. Temporary road closures will also take place due to high river levels and construction work on the new Lakeside Drive bridge. (updated 6/13/19).

A section of trail in northeast Oscoda County is temporarily closed due to culvert replacement. The portion of trail includes a segment of forest road between Cherry Creek and South Walsh roads, and is part of Snowmobile Trail No. 9 and the northern spur of the Shore to Shore Trail. It's anticipated to reopen late summer 2019. (updated 5/29/19)

A 1-mile section of the Soo-Raco Off-Road Vehicle Trail in Chippewa County is closed until further notice. The trail is extremely wet and has developed multiple sink holes. Crews cannot currently use heavy equipment to repair the trail. The closure is from the Ashmun Bay Trail west to 12th Street. View closure map. (updated 5/28/19)

A portion of the Caberfae MCCCT Trail in Wexford County is temporarily closed due to several large tree blow downs caused by a storm in August 2018. The trail is closed from W 46 Road north to W 40 Road. The remainder of the trail is open after all the debris was cleared. The DNR is currently working with U.S. Forest Service to approve re-routes. View trail closure map. (updated 5/22/19)

As a result of multiple active timber harvests taking place adjacent to the trail, a temporary closure of the 14.5-mile Missaukee Junction ORV Trail is in place. Sections of the trail are intermittently closed to allow for large logging equipment, which can make the trail unsafe for riders. The trail is located in the Cadillac Forest Management Unit, just two miles north of Cadillac in Wexford County. (updated 4/22/19)

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/July 2018 when major storms struck Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The damage forced numerous trail closures. The DNR and partnering agencies have worked to reopen several trail segments, although a few ORV trails are still impacted.Users are encouraged to visit the Interactive ORV Route & Trail Maps for details of affected trails. Overall, ORV trail connectivity remains open between Houghton and Copper Harbor. (updated 4/23/19)

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

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)

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

Severe damage occurred over Houghton County trails in June/July 2018 when major storms struck Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The damage forced numerous trail closures. The DNR and partnering agencies have worked to reopen several trail segments, although a few ORV trails are still impacted.Users are encouraged to visit the Interactive ORV Route & Trail Maps for details of affected trails. Overall, ORV trail connectivity remains open between Houghton and Copper Harbor. (updated 4/23/19)

Highland Recreation Area, located in Oakland County, will undergo a nearly $1.6 million road renovation project this summer. The completed work will be in line with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The first phase of construction is set to begin July 8. (updated 6/11/19).

The Supply Road shooting range in Traverse City will be closed to the public for a special use the following dates and times: July 22 from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., July 23 from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., Oct. 14 from noon to midnight and Oct. 15 from noon to midnight. (updated 5/30/19)

After years of planning, site evaluation and opportunities for community input, the DNR 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)

The bridge over Werner’s Creek, southwest of Trenary, remains 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. Current, engineering and design work is being done, and construction is slated to start spring 2020. In the meantime, the DNR is exploring options for putting a temporary, pre-fabricated bridge over the existing bridge. (updated 5/20/19)

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 6/7/2019)

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)

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)