Petoskey State Park Closure Information
Last updated: 9/3/2025
Starting on September 3, 2025, Petoskey State Park will close to the public while they work on major upgrades to their sewer and septic systems.
The park will be of limited use in two phases:
Partial Closure (September 2025 – October 2025):
Starting September 3, 2025, the Petoskey State Park will close all campgrounds and trails (Dunes Campground, Tannery Creek Campground, Portage Trail, Old Baldy Trail, and the dump station) until May 2026. The day-use areas like the beach, beach parking lots, and picnic areas will tentatively remain open during this time.
Complete Park Closure (October 2025 – May 2026):
Starting October 1, 2025, the Petoskey State Park will also close all day-use areas, including the Beach Access, Beach House, Beach Parking Lots, and Picnic. The campground and trail systems within the park will remain closed during this time.
Please check the Petoskey State Park’s website or its Facebook page for more information.
The information provided is a courtesy from the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau. Due to the nature of the construction, please note that all State Park closure information is subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date details, please contact the park staff at 231.347.2311
Alternatives to Petoskey State Park
Petoskey Stone Hunting Spots
The Petoskey State Park provides a great spot to search for Michigan’s state stone: the Petoskey Stone. Here are some alternative spots to look for these stones.
- Bayfront Park, Petoskey
- Solanus Mission Beach, Petoskey
- Magnus Park – City Beach, Petoskey
- Bear River Valley Recreation Area, Petoskey
- East Park, Bay Harbor
Trails
If you’re looking for nearby alternatives to the Petoskey State Park trails, here are some ideas:
- Little Traverse Wheelway
- Offield Family Viewlands, Harbor Springs
- Skyline Trail (Section of the NCT), Petoskey
- Thorne Swift Nature Preserve, Harbor Springs
- The Highlands Resort, Harbor Springs
- Boyne Mountain Resort, Boyne Falls
- Avalanche Mountain Preserve, Boyne City
Beaches & Lake Access
If you’re looking for a different spot to gain access to a beach or Lake Michigan, here are some alternatives.
- Zorn Park City Beach, Harbor Springs
- Zoll Street Beach (dog-friendly), Harbor Springs
- Sturgeon Bay Beach, Cross Village
- Magnus Park – City Beach, Petoskey
- Young State Park, Boyne City
Area Campgrounds
Here are some alternative campgrounds to the Petoskey State Park Campground in the Petoskey Area:
- Magnus Park Campground, Petoskey (through Oct 12, 2025)
- Jellystone Park, Petoskey (through October 31, 2025)
- Camp Petosega, Alanson (through mid-October, 2025)
- Young State Park, Boyne City (through September 30, 2025) campground booking
- Burt Lake State Park, Indian River (through October 14, 2025)
- Wilderness State Park, Carp Lake (Reservable Year-round; modern campgrounds available through October 12, 2025)
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