COVID-19 Information
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Gov. Whitmer and the state Department of Health and Human Services announced that as of June 22, 2021, the "Gatherings and Face Mask Order" has been lifted, among other emergency orders.
There is no longer a statewide requirement to wear a face mask in most settings; however, local health departments, establishments, sports organizers, and school districts may have additional rules that must be followed. MDHHS still recommends that people who are not fully vaccinated should wear masks when in crowded outdoor settings and events. In addition, you may see some DNR staff still wearing masks.
With the lifting of most emergency and epidemic orders, additional DNR public facilities are in the process of reopening to the public. All DNR facilities are expected to return to pre-pandemic operation by Sept. 7. Watch this page for updates.
Follow state actions and guidelines at Michigan.gov/Coronavirus.
What remains closed
- The following locations remain closed to the public:
- Fisheries research stations
- Archives of Michigan will re-open by appointment only Mon-Fri in August, and will return to its regular public research hours Sept. 7. In the meantime, sign up for a one-on-one virtual appointment with an archivist to ask research questions or to request records. Reference services are also available by calling 517-335-2576 or by sending email to archives@michigan.gov.
- Michigan History Center will re-open for visitors Fri-Sun starting Aug. 6, and return to seven days a week starting Sept. 7.
- Mann House (closed for 2021 season)
- Tawas Point Lighthouse (closed for 2021 season)
Know before you go
- Camping, Parks & Recreation Areas
- Park amenities are open; however, some drinking fountains remain closed.
- The Belle Isle Aquarium and Conservatory are now open.
COVID-19 HEALTH AND SAFETY PROTOCOLS FOR STATE PARKS AND CAMPGROUNDS:
- Some drinking fountains remain closed at DNR locations.
- Staff clean restrooms/shower buildings several times a day. At least once per day, these buildings are cleaned and sanitized in accordance with Centers for Disease Control guidelines.
- Overnight lodging facilities (for example, cabins and lodges) are cleaned and sanitized according to CDC guidelines between visitors
- Be sure to check for other (non COVID-related) closures at Michigan.gov/DNRClosures.
- DNR Customer Service Centers and Field Offices
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DNR customer service centers are now open. Some DNR field offices are in the process of reopening.
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- Historic Sites and Museums
The following locations are now open:
- Father Marquette National Memorial
- Fayette Historic Townsite
- Fort Wilkins
- Hartwick Pines Logging Museum
- Higgins Lake Nursery and CCC Museum
- Historic buildings at Cambridge Junction Historic State Park
- Michigan Iron Industry Museum
- Sanilac Petroglyphs
Please see the closures section above for locations that remain closed to the public.
- Shooting Ranges
DNR-staffed ranges
Our outdoor shooting ranges no longer have capacity limitations. We will again be providing sandbags, spotting scopes and carpet squares.
Most shooting ranges are open, however some seasonal closures may be in place. Please visit our closures page for up-to-date information.
COVID-19 safety policies for DNR shooting ranges:
- Hand sanitizer will be available for use on the rifle, pistol and shotgun trap ranges.
- Sanitizing solution will be made available for use on shooting stations, chairs, brooms and other touch points.
- Shooters are encouraged to bring their own gloves, hand sanitizer, disinfectant and whatever else they deem necessary to protect themselves.
- Customers should bring their own eye and ear protection.
- Visitor Centers and Outdoor Adventure Center
- The Outdoor Adventure Center in Detroit is open with limited hours, see OAC website for details.
COVID-19 safety policies for DNR visitor centers:
- DNR visitor centers are now open and offering in-person programming. Please visit each location's webpage for programming options.
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