Pinckney Recreation Area
About this place
Chain-of-lakes rec area noted for mountain biking; grills/fire pits at sites.
Good to know
SwimmingOK Allowed at two buoyed swim areas: Silver Lake and Halfmoon Lake; Bruin Lake beach open to campers only
FishingOK Allowed; pier fishing at Silver Lake and Crooked Lake; shore fishing at Silver Lake
AlcoholNo No alcohol in rented shelters at Silver Lake and Halfmoon day-use areas; no alcohol within 0.25 miles of Pickerel Lake day-use area/parking lot April 1 through Labor Day unless event permit granted
What's here
Picnic tables
Pavilion
Playground
Restrooms
Parking
Shower
Hiking
Biking
Boat launch
Location
Pinckney Recreation Area
RegionMichigan
Coordinates42.4261° N, 83.9708° W
Get directions ↗ Approximate location — open directions for the live mapCommon questions
Can you grill at Pinckney Recreation Area?
Yes — charcoal grilling is allowed at Pinckney Recreation Area; propane is not confirmed. Recreation Passport required for entry; none for personal grills (designated areas). Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.
Do you need a permit or reservation?
Recreation Passport required for entry; none for personal grills (designated areas).
Can you swim at Pinckney Recreation Area?
Allowed at two buoyed swim areas: Silver Lake and Halfmoon Lake; Bruin Lake beach open to campers only.