Michigan state park campers are gearing up for the beloved fall harvest festivals, set to kick off on September 15.
While not all of the parks’ festival dates have been announced yet, some are already set for September and October weekends.
Campers can start booking their campsites six months in advance for stays up to 15 days.
Therefore, many campers have already locked up their reservations for the harvest festivals.
This year, Fort Custer Recreation Area in Augusta will not have a harvest festival because the park will close on September 11 for improvement projects.
Similarly, Bay City State Park in Bay City will not have its normal Fall Harvest events due to renovations, but instead will host a Trunk-or-Treat in conjunction with its Mother Nature Trail event on October 7 in the day use parking lot. Participants are asked to decorate their vehicles.
Michigan state park fall harvest festivals are typically open to registered campers only. To make reservations, visit MiDNRReservations.com or call 1-800-447-2757.
Below is a list of the fall harvest festivals at Michigan state parks and their corresponding dates in 2023:
- Fayette Historic State Park A Paranormal Event: September 15-16
- Van Riper State Park Harvest Festival: September 15-17
- Onaway State Park Harvest Festival: September 22 – September 24
- Van Buren State Park Pumpkinfest: September 22 – September 24
- Van Riper State Park Harvest Fest Weekend 2: September 22-24
- Brimley State Park Harvest Festival: September 23
- South Higgins Lake State Park Annual Harvest Fest: September 29-30
- Young State Park Harvest Festival Weekend: September 29-30
- South Higgins Lake State Park Annual Harvest Fest: October 6-7
- Algonac State Park Harvest Festival: October 6-7
- Lakeport State Park Harvest Festival: October 6-7
- Waterloo Recreation Area Sugarloaf Harvest Festival: October 6-8
- Aloha State Park Harvest Festival: October 7-8
- Wilson State Park Harvest Fest: October 7
- Fayette Historic State Park Annual Fayette Fall Fest: October 7
- Harrisville State Park Haunted Halloween Weekend: October 13-15
- Algonac State Park Harvest Festival: October 13-14
- Tawas Point State Park Harvest Festival Weekend: October 13-14
- Lakeport State Park Trick-or-Treating: October 14
This schedule will serve as a guide for campers who wish to attend the festivals and participate in the various activities, such as Halloween costumes, campsite decorations, trick-or-treating, hayrides, pumpkin carving, and contests.
Also, campers are reminded that they can book campsites up to six months in advance for stays of up to 15 days. This encourages campers to book their reservations early, which can help campgrounds to better plan and manage their resources, including staffing, supplies, and facilities.
By keeping campers informed and up-to-date, campgrounds can better plan and manage their resources and provide a positive camping experience for their guests.
Get ready to soak up the autumn vibes at Michigan State Parks during the Fall Harvest Festival in 2023! Picture this: a mix of spooky fun with live music, tasty fall treats, and outdoor movies under the starry night sky. It’s all set to bring that extra touch of magic to your camping experience. So, pack your gear, mark your calendar, and let’s make some unforgettable memories in the great outdoors!