Lakeport State Park
| Lakeport State Park | |
|---|---|
  Location within the state of Michigan | |
| Location | Lower Peninsula, St. Clair County, Michigan USA |
| Nearest city | Lakeport, Michigan |
| Coordinates | 43°07′27″N 82°29′48″W / 43.12416°N 82.49666°WCoordinates: 43°07′27″N 82°29′48″W / 43.12416°N 82.49666°W |
| Area | 565 acres (229 ha) |
| Governing body | Michigan Department of Natural Resources |
| http://www.dnr.state.mi.us/parksandtrails/details.aspx?id=466&type=SPRK | |
Lakeport State Park is a state park in St. Clair County, Michigan. It is located on the shore of Lake Huron. The park is split into two sections on either side of the Village of Lakeport. Two campgrounds, a beach and the camp store are on the north side of the village. A picnic area and beach are on the south side.
Facilities
- Camp Store
- Campground - 250 Sites
- Picnic Area
- Picnic Shelter - Reservation required
- Playground
Activities
- Metal Detecting
- Swimming
Nearby Points of Interest
- Boat Launch - Lexington
- Port Huron State Game Area
- Birchwood Mall
History
Lakeport State Park was created out of a former United Auto Workers retreat camp. In 1962, the Port Huron Statement was completed and announced at the park.[1]
References
External links
- Lakeport State Park Michigan Department of Natural Resources
- Lakeport State Park Protected Planet (World Database on Protected Areas)
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