State Parks Near Muskegon, Michigan
12 state park units lie within 50 miles of Muskegon. The closest is Muskegon State Park, about 5 mi west of town. 6 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Muskegon State Park5 mi west
- Within 25 miles
- 6of 12 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 7parks list campsites
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Muskegon, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Muskegon; driving distance is usually longer.
Muskegon State Park
Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Muskegon State Park →P.J. Hoffmaster State Park
For overnight stays there are 2 camping areas (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for P.J. Hoffmaster State Park →Duck Lake State Park
Covering about 766 acres, Duck Lake State Park lies in Muskegon County, about 11 miles northwest of Muskegon.
Hours, fees and rules for Duck Lake State Park →Grand Haven State Park
Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Grand Haven State Park →Bass River Recreation Area
Bass River Recreation Area is a 1,662-acre recreation area in Ottawa County, about 11 miles east of Grand Haven.
Hours, fees and rules for Bass River Recreation Area →William Field Memorial Hart-Montague Trail SP
In Oceana County, about 4 miles south of Shelby, William Field Memorial Hart-Montague Trail SP covers about 249 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for William Field Memorial Hart-Montague Trail SP →Holland State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach. Camping is available: 2 camping areas, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Holland State Park →Silver Lake State Park
Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Silver Lake State Park →Saugatuck Dunes State Park
In Allegan County, about 7 miles southwest of Holland, Saugatuck Dunes State Park covers about 997 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Saugatuck Dunes State Park →Newaygo State Park
For overnight stays there are 2 camping areas (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Newaygo State Park →Charles Mears State Park
Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Charles Mears State Park →Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park
Covering about 926 acres, Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park lies in Mecosta County, about 6 miles south of Big Rapids.
Hours, fees and rules for Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Muskegon
- Muskegon State Park 5 mi west · Campground listed
- P.J. Hoffmaster State Park 7 mi south · Campground listed
- Grand Haven State Park 12 mi south · Campground listed
- Holland State Park 31 mi south · Campground listed
- Silver Lake State Park 33 mi northwest · Campground listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Swimming near Muskegon
- Holland State Park 31 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
Questions about state parks near Muskegon
What is the closest state park to Muskegon?
Muskegon State Park is the closest, about 5 miles west of Muskegon in a straight line. Next are P.J. Hoffmaster State Park and Duck Lake State Park.
How many state parks are near Muskegon?
12 state park units are within 50 miles, and 6 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Muskegon have camping?
7 parks list camping, the nearest being Muskegon State Park, P.J. Hoffmaster State Park and Grand Haven State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Muskegon?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Muskegon?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Grand Rapids, MI35 mi southeast
- Near Ionia, MI62 mi east
- Near Kalamazoo, MI74 mi southeast
- Near Mount Pleasant, MI79 mi east
- Near Cadillac, MI82 mi northeast
- Near Sheboygan, WI82 mi northwest
- Near Oak Creek, WI86 mi west
- Near Milwaukee, WI87 mi west
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.