Ludington State Park

Ludington State Park Michigan's favorite camping destination! These sites have electricity and modern shower and bathroom facilities in each campground.

Ludington State Park is comprised of nearly 5,300 acres of scenic sand dunes, shoreline vista, ponds, marshlands and forests. It is situated between Hamlin Lake and Lake Michigan with several miles of shoreline and beaches on both bodies of water. There are three modern campgrounds at Ludington State Park -- Pines, Cedar and Beechwood -- with a combined total of 355 campsites including three mini-

cabins. Cedar Campground also has a small loop of eight tent-only sites separated from the modern site loop. These tent sites do not have electricity but are within walking distance of the restrooms and showers. For backpack campers, Ludington offers 10 remote tent sites in the new Jack Pine Hike-In only campground. This campground has no electricity and the toilet facilities are rustic. Showers are available at the Pines modern campground during the site specific season. All equipment and supplies must be backpacked or bicycle packed one mile into the sites from the designated parking area. Dogs are not allowed in any water area used for swimming or wading. They may not be left unattended, and must be on a leash no longer than six feet and under the owner's control at all times.

04/16/2026

A great way to enjoy the break in the weather tomorrow is to bring your preschooler to the park!

Budding Naturalists Preschool Program – Squirrels
Friday, April 17, 10:30 a.m. – Noon.
Starting at the Warming Shelter
Nature programs designed for preschool aged children (2-5 years old) and
their adult(s) on a different nature topic each month. Programs will include
story time, a hike or outdoor activity, and a craft.

03/30/2026

Signs of Spring are starting to appear! We will begin our Spring raising of the Hamlin Dam on Thursday April 2nd. The ice is finally off Hamlin Lake!

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There is some minor maintenance work being done on the Hamlin Dam currently, with some majorly cool equipment! Please s...
02/27/2026

There is some minor maintenance work being done on the Hamlin Dam currently, with some majorly cool equipment! Please steer clear of the construction area to give the crew and yourself safety as they work.

02/17/2026

❄️ Winter Adventures at Ludington State Park – February 21 ❄️

Join us for two free, guided winter experiences starting at the Warming Shelter.

🕑 2:00–3:30 p.m. | Guided Winter Snowshoe Walk
Explore wooded trails and snow-covered sand dunes on a guided walk.
• Distance: ~1.5 miles with light hills
• Ages: 8 and up
• Snowshoe rentals: Limited and first come, first served
• If snow is limited, the program will become a guided winter adaptation walk

🌙 6:00–8:00 p.m. | Winter Night Lantern Lit Book Walk
Enjoy a family-friendly evening as pages of a children’s book come to life along a lantern-lit trail.
• Distance: 1 mile round trip over easy terrain
• 75 lanterns light the trail
• Campfire and free hot cocoa at the end

Cost: Free
Registration: Not required

02/09/2026

🌿 Budding Naturalists Preschool Program – Birds 🌿

Introduce your little ones to the wonders of nature through stories, exploration, and creativity.

📅 Friday, February 13
⏰ 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
📍 Starting at the Warming Shelter

This nature program is designed for preschool-aged children (2–5 years old) and their adult(s). Each month features a new nature theme. The program includes story time, a short hike or outdoor activity, and a simple craft focused on birds.

Program Details:
• Ages: 2–5 years with an adult
• Cost: Free
• Registration: Not required

02/03/2026

✨ Winter Night Lantern Trail Walk ✨

Join us for a peaceful winter evening outdoors under the glow of lantern light.

📅 Saturday, February 7
⏰ 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 Starting at the Warming Shelter

Walk, ski, or snowshoe along a wooded sand-dune trail illuminated by 75 lanterns. At the end of the trail, enjoy a warm campfire and free hot cocoa. We look forward to sharing a cozy winter night with you!

Trail Information:
• Distance: 1 mile round trip
• Terrain: Easy
• Cost: Free
• Registration: Not required

01/26/2026

Our cross-country ski trails at Ludington State Park got a fresh makeover this weekend! ✨❄️
Groomed, ready, and waiting for skiers of all ages—just bring your skis and your winter smiles.

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01/21/2026

Due to the frigid temperatures predicted for this weekend, we have decided to cancel the book walk on Saturday January 24th.
We do plan to reschedule this event, and we will keep you posted the new date when it is finalized!
Stay warm out there!!!

01/20/2026

***Update: This event is canceled due to weather forecast***

Winter Night Lantern Lit Book Walk
Saturday, Jan 24th, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Starting at the Warming Shelter
The Winter Night Lantern Lit Book Walk invites you to watch the pages of a children's book come to life as you walk a lantern-lit trail at Ludington State Park. Pages of the featured book will be displayed along the trail, with each stop bringing the story to life under the glow of 75 lanterns. At the end of the one mile trail, a warm campfire and free hot cocoa await.

01/19/2026

Budding Naturalists Preschool Program – Foxes
Thursday, Jan 22nd, 10:30 a.m. – 12p.m.
Starting at the Warming Shelter
Nature programs designed for preschool aged children (2-5 years old) and their adult(s) on a different nature topic each month. Programs will include story time, a hike or outdoor activity, and a craft.

01/06/2026

Guided Winter Snowshoe Walk
Saturday, Jan 10, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Starting at Warming Shelter
This guided walk will take you past some of the most beautiful State Park scenery, through woods and snow-covered sand dunes. The trail is roughly a mile and a half and will go up and down light hills though the forest. Rentable snowshoes are limited to 60 pairs and distributed on a fist come first serve basis.
Ages 8 and up. Cost: Free. No reservations needed.
In the event there is not enough snow to snowshoe, the program will transition to a guided winter adaptation walk.

Winter Night Lantern Trail Walk
Saturday, Jan 10th, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Starting at the Warming Shelter
Walk, ski, or snowshoe one of the park’s trails through the wooded sand dunes under the illumination of 75 lanterns. A warm campfire and free hot cocoa await you at the hike’s end. Trail distance is a one mile round trip over easy terrain.
Cost: Free. No reservations needed.

12/10/2025

❄️✨ Two Magical Winter Adventures in ONE Day! ✨❄️

Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 13th—because winter fun is calling, and you won’t want to miss these FREE State Park programs!

🥾 Guided Winter Snowshoe Walk
🕑 2:00–3:30 PM
📍 Starts at Hamlin Dam
Explore peaceful woods and snow-covered dunes on this 1.5-mile guided trek through some of the park’s most beautiful winter scenery. Perfect for ages 8+.
➡️ Free snowshoe rentals (60 pairs—first come, first served!)
➡️ If the snow is light, no worries—we’ll still enjoy a guided winter adaptation walk!

🌙 Winter Night Lantern-Lit Trail Walk
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Starts at the Warming Shelter
Experience the magic of a lantern-lit trail glowing under the night sky! Walk, ski, or snowshoe a gentle 1-mile route illuminated by 75 lanterns.
🔥 Warm up at the end with a cozy campfire and free hot cocoa!

No reservations needed—just bring your sense of adventure.
Come for one or stay for both… ❄️✨

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Address

8800 W M-116
Ludington, MI
49431

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 10pm
Tuesday 8am - 10pm
Wednesday 8am - 10pm
Thursday 8am - 10pm
Friday 8am - 10pm
Saturday 8am - 10pm
Sunday 8am - 10pm

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+12318432423

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