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Harrisville State Park
Harrisville State Park
Harrisville State Park is set along the sandy shores of Lake Huron. The park is home to a day-use area nestled in a stand of pine and cedar trees, a modern campground, a designated swim beach, trails, overnight lodging options and more. Established in 1921, it is one of Michigan's oldest state parks.
The 2-mile paved Heritage Trail runs north and south through the park and connects to Harrisville via Third Street.
Amenities & activities
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At a glance
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Detailed view
Modern restrooms
Picnic area
Picnic shelter
Sanitation station
Track chair
Biking
Cross-country skiing
Hiking
Metal detecting
Nature programs
Paddling
Pet-friendly features
Playground
Snowshoeing
Swimming
Water access
Modern restrooms
Picnic area
The picnic area is in the day-use area and includes picnic tables and charcoal grills that are available first come, first served. There are two locations that are accessible.
Picnic shelter
There is a picnic shelter located in the day-use area that includes picnic tables, charcoal grills, electrical service (reservations only) and modern restrooms. Shelter reservations can be made 12 months in advance at MiDNRReservations.com.
Sanitation station
The park’s sanitation station is in the modern campground. There is potable water available and two lanes.
Track chair
The park's track chair expands access beyond traditional wheelchairs. The chair is available for visitors to borrow at no cost.
Biking
Cross-country skiing
Hiking
Metal detecting
Metal detecting is allowed in certain park areas. Please consult the park map for designated locations and review applicable regulations. Only registered campers can metal detect in campgrounds.
Nature programs
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.
Paddling
A carry-in boat launch is located at the south end of the day-use parking lot.
Pet-friendly features
Playground
There are swings in the day-use area.
Snowshoeing
Swimming
A buoyed swim area is in the park’s day-use area.
Water access
Enjoy 1 mile of shoreline stretching along Lake Huron.
Stay overnight
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Harrisville Modern Campground
Most sites are within view of Lake Huron and are shaded by cedars, pines and a few maples. There is a pet-friendly beach (water levels determine size of beach) located in the northeast corner of the campground. There is 20- and 30-amp or 20-, 30- and 50-amp service available, a sanitation station and a dishwashing station. The campground roads are paved.
Number of sites:195
Tags: Electrical service, Modern campground, Pet-friendly area or lodging, Pull-through sites available, Sanitation station, Some sites with 50-amp service, State park campground, Toilet and shower building -
Harrisville Mini Cabins
Both mini cabins sleep four and have electricity, an electric heater, mini fridge, coffee maker (filters not provided), microwave, fire circle and outdoor grill. The cabins are available year-round; however, the modern toilet and shower building is not available mid-October through late April. During this time, a vault toilet is available in the campground, and running water is available at headquarters.
Visitors must bring their own linens and cookware. Firewood is available for sale in the campground.
- Mini cabin #186, located in the campground, is a salt box design and has two bunkbeds. This cabin is pet friendly. There is an additional fee of $10 per night/pet/cabin. Up to two pets (cats and dogs only) are allowed.
- Mini cabin #300, located near the campground entrance, is an A-frame style and has a bunkbed and full-sized futon.
Number of sites:2
Tags: Electrical service, Mini cabin, Pet-friendly area or lodging, State park campground, Toilet and shower building, Vault toilet, Winter camping -
Harrisville Sunrise Rustic Cabin
The Sunrise cabin accommodates six people. Built in 1952, the cabin is the perfect spot to watch the sun come up over Lake Huron. The cabin sleeps six people on three wooden bunk beds. The cabin is outfitted with a dining table and benches made of cherry wood from a tree in the park that was brought down by a storm. The cabin has propane heat, a propane range/stovetop, an outside picnic table, a grill and access to a nearby vault toilet. The cabin has no electricity. This cabin is available year-round.
Visitors must bring their own linens and cookware.
Number of sites:1
Tags: Rustic cabin, State park campground, Vault toilet, Winter camping
Trails & area maps
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Interactive map
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Printable PDF maps