With over 100 state parks and state recreation areas peppered throughout Michigan, you can rest assured you’re never too far away from an escape into Michigan’s beautiful natural side. While state parks like P.J. Hoffmaster State Park, Muskegon State Park, and Van Buren State Park are some of my favorite parks to visit, there’s something about a smaller state park that I enjoy. Clear Lake State Park in Michigan is a lesser-known park that’s the perfect destination for anyone looking to beat the crowds without compromising on scenery. Let’s explore this hidden gem in Michigan and see all that it has to offer.

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YouTuber and adventurer Zachary Viaene gives us a great glimpse inside Clear Lake State Park. Watch the video to see all the fun you can have on the scenic lake. 

For more information, visit Clear Lake State Park’s website, and don’t forget to give Clear Lake State Park a follow on Facebook too. Ready for more? Check out some of our favorite state parks in Michigan, or here are some more top-rated attractions that are great for you and your family.

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State Parks In Michigan

What are some more of the lesser-known state parks in Michigan?

While Clear Lake State Park in Atlanta, MI might be one of the lesser-known parks to visit, here are some more of the lesser-known state parks in Michigan that we recommend:

  • Onaway State Park, Onaway
  • Harrisville State Park, Harrisville
  • McLain State Park, Hancock.
  • Otsego Lake State Park, Gaylord
  • Wilson State Park, Harrison
  • Port Crescent State Park, Port Austin
  • Wagner Falls Scenic Site, Munising
  • Duck Lake State Park, Muskegon
  • William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor, Detroit
  • Lakeport State Park, Lakeport
  • William C. Sterling State Park, Monroe

 

Want more? Take this road trip to witness these lesser-known state parks in Michigan for yourself.

What are the best state parks in Michigan?

We have over 100 state parks in our state, and all are worth visiting, but here are the best state parks in Michigan that belong on your bucket list:

  • P.J. Hoffmaster State Park, Norton Shores
  • Ludington State Park, Ludington
  • Tahquamenon Falls State Park, Paradise
  • Muskegon State Park, Muskegon
  • Port Crescent State Park, Port Austin Road, Port Austin
  • Van Buren State Park, Charter Twp
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes, Mears
  • Seven Lakes State Park, Holly
  • Petoskey State Park, Petoskey
  • Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, Ontonagon
  • William C. Sterling State Park, Monroe

 

Check out our previous article to discover more about the best state parks in Michigan

What are some of the best lakes in Michigan?

Here are some of the best lakes in Michigan that are worthy of a visit:

  • Lake Michigan, Lower Peninsula
  • Torch Lake, Traverse City
  • Lake Huron, Multiple Cities
  • Crystal Lake, Benzie County
  • Lake Erie, Multiple Cities
  • Black Lake, Cheboygan County

 

Be sure to read our article telling you more about some of the best lakes in Michigan.

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