Lakeport State Park facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Lakeport State Park
IUCN Category III (Natural Monument)
Lake Huron shoreline (March 2019)
Lakeport State Park Location in Michigan
Location	Burtchville Township, St. Clair County, Michigan, United States
Nearest city	Port Huron, Michigan
Area	565 acres (229 ha)
Elevation	600 feet (180 m)
Designation	Michigan state park
Established	1946
Administrator	Michigan Department of Natural Resources
Website	Lakeport State Park

Lakeport State Park is a fun place to visit on the shores of Lake Huron in Michigan. It's a state park that offers lots of outdoor activities. The park is split into two parts, one on each side of the town of Lakeport.

The northern part of the park has two campgrounds, a sandy beach, and a camp store. The southern part has a nice picnic area and another beachfront. It's a great spot for families and friends to enjoy nature and the big lake!

Park History and Growth

How the Park Started

Lakeport State Park first opened its northern section in 1946. The state spent about $85,000 to get it ready for visitors by 1947. This helped create a wonderful new place for people to enjoy the outdoors.

Adding the South Unit

The southern part of the park used to be a special retreat for a group called the United Auto Workers. In 1962, an important student declaration called the Port Huron Statement was written and shared there. This southern area was added to Lakeport State Park in the late 1960s, making the park even bigger.

Fun Things to Do at Lakeport State Park

Lakeport State Park is packed with activities for everyone!

• Swimming: You can swim in the cool waters of Lake Huron.
• Picnicking: There are great spots to have a picnic with your family and friends.
• Playground: Kids can have a blast on the playground.
• Camp Store: If you forget something, the camp store has what you need.
• Campgrounds: You can stay overnight at one of the park's campgrounds.

Images for kids

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  Entrance sign along M-25