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North Higgins Lake State Park
11747 N. Higgins Lake Drive Vehicle Permit Required: Yes
Roscommon, MI 48653 Approximate Size: 429 (Acres)
Phone Number: (989) 821-6125 Unit Map
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Boat LaunchBoat LaunchCross Country SkiCross Country Ski
FishingFishingHikingHiking
SwimmingSwimming
Picnic AreaPicnic AreaPicnic ShelterPicnic Shelter
PlaygroundPlayground
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List of campgrounds in this park List of trails in this park
North Higgins Lake-East
(800) 447-2757
82 site(s), $29
Campsites with 50 amp Service, Electrical Service, Modern Restrooms
 
North Higgins Lake-West
(800) 447-2757
92 site(s), $29/$27
Campsites with 50 amp Service, Electrical Service, Mini Cabin, Modern Restrooms
 
North Higgins-Beaver Creek Trail
Trail Length: 6.50 (Miles)
Cross Country Ski, Hiking
 
North Higgins-Bosom Pines Trail
Trail Length: 3.80 (Miles)
Cross Country Ski, Hiking
 
North Higgins-Upland Nature Trail
Trail Length: 1.50 (Miles)
Cross Country Ski, Hiking
 
Photo of North Higgins Lake State Park 
Description of Park
North Higgins Lake located on what was once the world's largest seedling nursery, provides the variety of tree, plant, bird and animal species that make the park attractive for outdoor activities. Open all year for camping.

Park Calendar of Events
Calendar of Events

Information about area surrounding the park

The Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center is located adjacent to the park. This educational center serves state and federal agencies, educational groups and other nonprofit organizations in a natural setting away from the distractions of home and the work place. Visit the web site for additional information.

The Civilian Conservation Corps Museum documents the efforts to "put Americans back to work" during the Great Depression. The CCC enrolled more than 100,000 young Michigan men to perform a variety of a conservation and reforestation efforts. Between 1933 and 1942, the Michigan CCC planted 484 million trees, spend 140,000 days fighting forest fires and constructed 7,000 miles of truck trails, 504 bridges and 222 buildings. The DNR state park system still carries many examples of their work still in use today.Please check the DNR Calendar for upcoming events at this location and at all state parks and recreation areas.

 
 

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