Seven Lakes State Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Seven Lakes State Park |
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IUCN Category III (Natural Monument)
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Seven Lakes State Park, October 2012
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 Seven Lakes State Park
Location in Michigan
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| Location | Lower Peninsula, Oakland County, Michigan, United States |
| Nearest city | Holly, Michigan |
| Area | 1,434 acres (580 ha) |
| Elevation | 951 feet (290 m) |
| Designation | Michigan state park |
| Established | 1971 |
| Administrator | Michigan Department of Natural Resources |
| Website | Seven Lakes State Park |
Seven Lakes State Park is a fun place to visit in Michigan! It's a large state park covering about 1,434 acres. You can find it near Holly in Oakland County, Michigan. A big part of the park, about 230 acres, is covered by water. This water comes from six different lakes. The biggest one is Big Seven Lake, which is 170 acres. Other lakes include Little Seven Lake and 44-acre Dickinson Lake.
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Park History: How Seven Lakes State Park Began
This park has an interesting story! It started because of a plan that didn't quite work out. In 1967, some private groups wanted to build a big lake. They built a dam on Swartz Creek to connect seven smaller lakes into one large lake called Decoup Lake.
However, the people building it stopped their work. So, in 1969, the state of Michigan bought the land. They decided to turn it into a state park and named it Seven Lakes State Park. The largest lake became known as Big Seven Lake. The park officially opened its doors to visitors in 1977. Later, in 1992, a campground was added on Sand Lake, giving people a place to stay overnight.
Fun Things to Do at Seven Lakes State Park
Seven Lakes State Park offers many exciting activities for families and friends!
Fishing Adventures
Big Seven Lake is a great spot for fishing. You can try to catch different kinds of fish, including:
- Largemouth bass and smallmouth bass
- Northern pike
- Walleye
- Yellow perch
- Black crappie
- Channel catfish
Outdoor Activities and Facilities
The park has lots of facilities to make your visit enjoyable:
- Campsites: Places where you can set up a tent or park an RV for an overnight stay.
- Swimming beaches: Perfect spots to cool off and play in the water on a warm day.
- Picnic areas: Places with tables where you can enjoy a meal outdoors.
- Boat launches: Ramps that let you put your boat into the lake.
- Trails: Paths for hiking and mountain biking, letting you explore the park's nature.
- Hunting areas: Designated spots for hunting during specific seasons.
