Interlochen State Park, a Michigan State Park located near Traverse City

INTERLOCHEN STATE PARK

INTERLOCHEN STATE PARK
4167 J. Maddy Parkway
Interlochen, Michigan 49643

(lat:44.6285 lon:-85.7649)

Phone: 231-276-9511
Reservations: 800-447-2757

Has 490 Campsites (60 rustic - remaining are modern). Situated between Duck and Green Lake, adjacent to National Music Camp. Concerts are performer throughout the season by renowned musicians from all walks of life. Traverse City is 15 miles North East and Lake Michigan shoreline is 25 miles West of the Park Via US 31.

History of the Area

Interlochen State Park is situated between two well-known fishing and swimming lakes: Green Lake and Duck Lake. The park was established as Michigan's first state park by the Michigan Legislature in 1917, which paid $60,000 for the land. The name of the park was originally Pine Park, a 200-acre public park created to preserve the virgin pine stand for the people of Michigan. In 1928, the National Music Camp was established on the property adjoining the northern boundary of the park.

Passes

The Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. Details and information on how to obtain your Michigan Recreation Passport can be found by visiting the MICHIGAN RECREATION PASSPORT web page.

FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES OVERVIEW

Day-UseFishingyes

Hiking Trailyes

Park Store

Located in the day-use area, this store/cafe includes a video arcade, and is located near a volleyball court and the beach. Rowboats and kayaks are available to rent and reservations are available.

Camping

Interlochen Duck Lake-Modern(800) 447-2757 418 site(s)Campsites with 50 amp Service, Electrical Service, Modern Restrooms, Tent Rental, Tepee Rental

Interlochen Green Lake-Rustic(800) 447-2757 58 site(s)Rustic Site, Vault Toilet

Interlochen-Group Use Area(231) 276-9511Group Use Area, Rustic Site

Interlochen-Tepee and Tents(800) 447-2757 4 site(s)

Boating

Three launches are maintained in the park. Each loop of the campground on Duck Lake has an access site, and the third is located in the rustic campground on Green Lake.

Fishing

Bass, pike and bluegill can be found in both lakes during the summer months. Smelt and pike are favorites of anglers who like ice fishing.

Location

Interlochen State Park is located near Traverse City

Nearby Parks

Michigan State Fish Hatchery

Traverse City State Park

Picnicking

One picnic shelter is available for rent. For reservations contact the park at (231) 276-9511.

Trails

Interlochen-Pines Nature Trail Trail Length: 1.00 (Miles)Cross Country Ski, Hiking

Area Attractions

The Interlochen Center for the Arts is adjacent to the park. Renowned musicians perform concerts year round. Schedules can be obtained online or by phoning (231) 276-7200, or (231) 276-9221.

Two nearby canoe liveries rent canoes. Riverside Canoe Livery on the Platte River can be contacted by calling (231) 325-5622 and Alvina's Canoe Rental on the Betsie River can be reached at (231) 276-9514.

Also popular at Interlochen State Park is the Three Discipline Triathlon Event hosted each July.

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews

March 23 My all time favorite getaway! by Raney1163

I grew up going to Interlochen every summer! We are trying to plan a trip there for this summer so I can show my daughter what it is all about and how much fun it is! I miss it!

August 3 Recreational Paradise by Leelanau and Benzie Realestate

Great Place to vacation and still close enough to go to Traverse City or visit the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore! Whatever recreational fun you like you can do it here! Boating, skiing, fishing, hiking,kayaking, swimming, golfing and hunting!