Hoffmaster State Park

6585 Lake Harbor Road
Muskegon MI, 49441

231-798-3711
TTY/TDD711 (Michigan Relay Center)

1200 (Acres)

Required

Located in Muskegon, the park is situated on 3 miles of stunning Lake Michigan shoreline and features a modern campground, towering dunes, 10 miles of scenic trails and the Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center.
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Event Information

Interpretive programs: Professional interpretive naturalists lead nature-based programming based out of the Gillette Sand Dunes Visitor Center Memorial Day through Labor Day.

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P.J. Hoffmaster State Park, located in Muskegon, is situated on 3 miles of stunning Lake Michigan shoreline and features a modern campground, towering dunes, 10 miles of scenic trails and the Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center.

One of the park’s main attractions is the dune climb along the Dune Overlook Trail, an approximately half-mile roundtrip climb with about 220 steps and benches along the way. For a more moderately steep hike, follow the 2-mile-long (roundtrip) Homestead Trail that includes a stop at Lake Michigan.

To better understand how these forested dunes were created, stop into the Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center, which features exhibits and programming.

Campgrounds

Hoffmaster-Group Youth Campground
231-798-3711
(2)
Hoffmaster-Modern Campground
800-447-2757
(297)

Trails

Hoffmaster-Dune Overlook Trail
Trail Length: 0.50 (Miles)
Hoffmaster-Homestead Trail
Trail Length: 3.00 (Miles)
Hoffmaster-Walk-a-Mile Trail
Trail Length: 1.60 (Miles)

About the Area

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Activities (Display as List)

Cross-Country Skiing Item is accessible.
Cross-Country Skiing
Hiking Item is accessible.
Hiking
Metal Detecting Item is accessible.
Metal Detecting: Metal detecting is recognized as a legitimate recreation activity when it is conducted in ways that do not damage natural and cultural resources in Michigan state parks nor violate applicable state statutes. This park map clearly shows where this activity is allowed to take place. Any items found must be reviewed by park staff and may be retained for further investigation. Areas located within the campground are limited to registered campers only.
Nature Programs Item is accessible.
Nature Programs: Professional interpretive naturalists lead weekly nature-based programming (PDF) based out of the Gillette Sand Dunes Visitor Center.
Pet-Friendly Area Item is accessible.
Pet-Friendly Area: Pets are allowed along the entire length of the Lake Michigan shoreline apart from the designated swim area. Pets must always be on a 6-foot leash and under an owner’s immediate control. All pet waste must be properly disposed of in trash receptacles.
Snowshoeing Item is accessible.
Snowshoeing
Swimming Item is accessible.
Swimming:

There are two designated swim areas, one in the park’s day-use area and another within a short five-minute walk of the campground. There are two beach wheelchairs available to borrow (call the park or check at the contact station).

Please be mindful of Great Lakes beach safety. Pay attention to the beach flag warning system in designated swim areas; red flags indicate the water is unsafe and no one should swim in or enter the water.

Facilities (Display as List)

Beach House Item is accessible.
Beach House: There are two beach houses located in the day-use area. One includes restrooms and changing courts and the other offers restrooms and a vending machine.
Group Use Area Item is accessible.
Group Use Area
Modern Restrooms Item is accessible.
Modern Restrooms
Observation Platform Item is accessible.
Observation Platform: There is an observation platform offering a panoramic view of Lake Michigan and sand dunes at the top of the Dune Overlook Trail.
Picnic Area Item is accessible.
Picnic Area: There are a number of picnic areas in the day-use area that offer picnic tables and charcoal grills available first come, first served. There is easy access to vault toilets.
Picnic Shelter Item is accessible.
Picnic Shelter: There is a picnic shelter located in the day-use area that includes picnic tables and charcoal grills and vault toilets. Shelter reservations can be made 12 months in advance at MIDNRReservations.com.
Rustic Site Item is accessible.
Rustic Site
Sanitation Station Item is accessible.
Sanitation Station: The park’s sanitation station is located just past the campground office (and on way to the C Loop). There is potable water and two lanes.
Some Campsites with 50 amp Service Item is accessible.
Some Campsites with 50 amp Service
Vault Toilet Item is accessible.
Vault Toilet
Visitor Center Item is accessible.
Visitor Center:

To better understand how these forested dunes were created, stop into the Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center, which features exhibits and programming.

Water Access Item is accessible.
Water Access:

Enjoy 3 miles of sandy shoreline stretching along Lake Michigan.

Please be mindful of Great Lakes beach safety. Pay attention to the beach flag warning system in designated swim areas; red flags indicate the water is unsafe and no one should swim in or enter the water.