Young State Park is situated on the eastern shore of beautiful Lake Charlevoix, just outside Boyne City. The park spans 563 acres and is a mix of gently rolling terrain, lowlands and cedar swamp. There are three modern campgrounds, overnight lodging facilities, a boat, a boating access site, a popular swimming beach, a picnic area, 6.5 miles of trails and more.
The park was established in 1921, and the day-use building was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.
From the park, visitors can access the Boyne City to Charlevoix Trail. The soon-to-be-completed, nonmotorized 14-mile trail links the city of Charlevoix with the cities of Petoskey and Harbor Springs.
A boating access site, located at the Terrace Campground, provides access to Lake Charlevoix. Please note that there’s very limited parking. The skid pier is accessible.
A designated swim area is in the park’s day-use area. There is an accessible walkway to the water.
The park is located on beautiful Lake Charlevoix – the state’s third-largest inland lake.
From the park, visitors can access the Boyne City to Charlevoix Trail. The soon-to-be-completed, nonmotorized 14-mile trail links the city of Charlevoix with the cities of Petoskey and Harbor Springs.
A boating access site, located at the Terrace Campground, provides access to Lake Charlevoix. Please note that there’s very limited parking. The skid pier is accessible.
Lake to Lake – located in the day-use building near the beach – sells snacks, ice cream and souvenirs.
A three-basket course is located at the sports field, along the entrance road. Discs are available to borrow at the campground host site (campers only). The course is open year-round.
Lake Charlevoix is a popular destination for anglers. Mirror Pond, located in the day-use area, provides a good fishing site for kids. A weekly learn-to-fish program is held each week by explorer guides.
There is a fishing pier located on Mirror Pond in the day-use area.
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.
Modern restrooms are in the day-use building near the beach.
Paddling is a popular activity on Lake Charlevoix, especially in the mornings and evenings.
Pets are allowed in the area southeast of the boat launch. Pets must always be on a 6-foot leash and under an owner’s immediate control. All pet waste must be properly disposed of in trash receptacles
The picnic area is in the day-use area and includes picnic tables and charcoal grills that are available first come, first served.
The picnic area is in the day-use area and includes picnic tables and charcoal grills that are available first come, first served.
The park’s sanitation station is located along the entrance road. There is potable water available and two lanes.
A buoyed swim area is in the park’s day-use area. There is an accessible walkway to the water.
The park is located on beautiful Lake Charlevoix – the state’s third-largest inland lake.
The modern campground is filled with large oak trees and is partially shaded. A paved walkway takes visitors from the campground to the day-use area. There is an overflow parking lot (first come, first served) where boats can be stored. Recycling and refuse disposal are available.
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This modern campground, divided into four loops, is popular with larger groups because of its open sites. The campground is located near Lake Charlevoix, the sports field and the day-use are. All three campgrounds are popular with boaters due to Lake Charlevoix access. There is an overflow parking lot (first come, first served) where boats can be stored. Recycling and refuse disposal are available.
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The modern campground is home to a mix of cedar, birch and oak trees. The campground is rightfully named for its terraced landscape. A paved walkway takes visitors from the Oak campground to the day-use area. Recycling and refuse disposal are available. There is an overflow parking lot (first come, first served) where boats can be stored. The campground host site is located in this campground.
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There are two mini cabins, one located in the Terrace and Spruce campgrounds. Each cabin sleeps four people and includes a mini refrigerator and electric wall heater. The Timberdoodle mini cabin has one double bed and three single beds and the Sundew mini cabin has two sets of single beds.
A picnic table, a fire pit and a waist-high cook grill can be found outdoors. The cabins have electricity. You must provide your own linens.
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