Wilderness State Park
About this place
10,000+ acres, 26 mi Lake Michigan shoreline, dark sky preserve.
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Common questions
Can you grill at Wilderness State Park?
Yes — charcoal grilling is allowed at Wilderness State Park; 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 Wilderness State Park?
allowed; buoyed swim area near picnic area with accessible parking, vault toilet and walkway to water; another swim area in west loop of modern campground.
Are dogs allowed?
Two pet-friendly beaches; pets allowed on most shoreline September through March; pets prohibited April through August to protect endangered piping plover habitat. Pets must be on 6-foot leash and under owner's immediate control. All pet waste must be properly disposed of.
