Get all your fishing information here, including rules and regulations, license info, the weekly fishing report and much more. Use the link above to visit the fishing home page, or go directly to your area of interest below:
Get all your hunting information here, including hunting season dates, rules and regulations, and much more. Use the button above to visit the hunting home page, or go directly to your area of interest below:
Information on DNR shooting and archery ranges, rules and regulations, resources to get started and more. Use the button above to visit the target shooing and archery home page, or go directly to one of the pages below:
Find snowmobile trail permit info, maps, rules and regulations and more. USE THE BUTTON ABOVE TO VISIT THE SNOWMOBILE HOMEPAGE or go directly to you area of interest below:
Want to find tasty morel mushrooms in the forest? Click the box above for tips and tricks to fill your basket.
Find cross-country ski, ice fishing , snowmobiling info and much more.
Find facility info, overnight info, an event calendar and much more.
Find a great trail experience near you - whether you want to hike, bike, snowmobile or ride an ORV. From long, paved linear trails to rugged forest terrain, Michigan offers trail opportunities for all abilities and interests.
Visitor Centers across the state provide education programs, field trips, archery, fishing, trails and much more. Click the box above to see all our locations, or click the individual location below.
We administer grants that enable our local partners to promote the lifestyles we all enjoy by providing recreational opportunities, enhancing wildlife habitat and ensuring public safety. Visit the grants home page by clicking on the button above, or view a specific area of interest below:
Recreational Safety and Hunter Education
Learn about Michigan's diverse range of fish, plants, trees, reptiles, amphibians, insects and mammals. Click the box above to see all species, or click the species group below.
DNR educators across the state provide fun, educational activities, programs and workshops year-round for adults, families and kids. Click the box above to see all our offerings, or click the program below.
DNR educators provide classroom lessons, field trip opportunities, professional development and experiential programs to teachers around the state. Click the box above to see all our offerings, or click the program below.
DNR forest resources professionals maintain healthy forests, manage wildfire, maintain responsible harvesting certifications and improve wildlife habitat. Click the box above to learn more about Michigan's state forests.
All DNR-related boards, committees, and advisory groups
Find seasonal, part-time and full-time job openings with the DNR
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Michigan’s trails offer something for everyone. Thousands of miles of trails provide opportunities for hiking, biking, paddling, horseback riding, ORV riding, snowmobiling and more. Find maps, check closures, learn trail etiquette and more.
Find nonmotorized trails, including trails in state parks. Get trail descriptions, photos, amenities and more.
Interactive trail map, PDF maps and data files (GPX and shapefiles).
Interactive trail map, PDF maps and data files (GPX and shapefiles).
An interactive map of nonmotorized trails (hiking, biking, snowshoeing, XC skiing, equestrian and water trails).
Interactive map and PDF maps for Michigan's signature hiking and biking trail. Plus, a partner toolkit.
An interactive map of linear/rail trails.
Find detailed information on each trail use, including rules and regulations, seasonal information such as when you can do certain activities, license and permit information, additional location information and more.
Required for vehicle entry to state parks, campgrounds, trailheads, boating access sites.
Rules for pets at state parks, trails, boat launches and campgrounds.
Closures and detours at DNR facilities including trails, parks and more.
When to yield and how to interact on motorized and nonmotorized trails.
Many trails and scenic sites across the state have accessible features, such as paved paths. We also have track chairs available at several parks that allow access to trails and other areas that traditional wheelchairs may not reach.
In addition, we have several locations with EnChroma viewfinders allowing those with certain types of colorblindness to see color.
The Building Michigan Together Plan gave $250 million in federal funding for critical infrastructure needs in our park and trail system.
There are many ways you can help make a difference! Donate to parks, trails, waterways and more.
Join us for stewardship workdays, sign up to be a campground or harbor host, and more.
We partner with businesses to raise support through revenue sharing. Purchase These Goods to support your parks and trails!
Learn how trails are managed to best provide outdoor recreation opportunities for you and future generations. Get information about the Trails Advisory Council, The 2022-32 Trails Plan and more.
In partnership with Pure Michigan®, we're highlighting some of the state's best trails, water trails and trail towns through the Pure Michigan® Trail and Trail Town Designation Program.
