Hoeft State Park RV & Campground Guide
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Hoeft State Park sits on the shores of Lake Huron on the Lower Michigan Peninsula. The 301-acre park is one of the most visited public recreation areas in the state. Sitting on the northern edge of the peninsula, Hoeft State Park is a favorite stop for those who enjoy hiking, boating, and relaxing on the beach. The local climate alternates between sun and storms that drive the surf of Lake Huron into a frenzy. The closest town is Rogers City, and the nearest large city is Lansing, which is 242 miles away.
Spring 19-63 F
Summer 50-79 F
Fall 29-68 F
Winter 10-31 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Hoeft State Park
The area surrounding Hoeft State Park includes several small communities. To make it easier to travel between towns, consider going on an RV road trip. This way, you can enjoy the comforts of home away from home. Vacationers choosing to rent an RV for a stay at or near Hoeft State Park area will find options in Rogers City, MI.
Hoeft State Park Campground
Hoeft State Park Campground provides 144 modern campsites capable of handling RVs. The park was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2009. It sports a wonderful mile-wide sandy beach and a camping area beneath a dense forest canopy. Most camping sites are separated by vegetation to provide additional privacy for visitors.
Water Hookup: No
Electric Hookup: 20/30/50 amp
Sewer Hookup: No, a dump station is available onsite
Wi-Fi Available: No
Pet Friendly: Yes
Fee: $20-$29 per night
Office hours: 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
Clear Lake State Park Campground
Clear Lake State Park Campground is only a 40-minute drive inland from Hoeft State Park. The campground takes up about two-thirds of the entire shoreline of Clear Lake and features 200 modern campsites. Clear Lake is a deep 133-acre lake that offers great fishing, boating, and canoeing opportunities. Pathways in the park are groomed for hikers during warm months and serve as cross-country ski trails during the winter.
Water Hookup: Yes
Electric Hookup: 20/30/50 amp
Sewer Hookup: No. A dump station is available
Wi-Fi Available: No
Pet Friendly: Yes
Fee: $24-$29 per night during the peak season, $20-$24 during the offseason
Office hours: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. daily
Onaway State Park Campground
Onaway State Park Campground sits on the southeast shore of Black Lake, 23 miles west of Hoeft State Park. RV campers enjoy a selection of 85 campsites. Onaway is a 158-acre park that has a rugged and picturesque appearance. Thick undergrowth covers the land beneath a canopy of tall trees. Along the lake, there is a sandy/cobblestone beach interrupted by a boat launch. Restrooms and hand-pump water stations are spaced throughout the park while fire rings and picnic tables grace each campsite. Favorite activities at Onaway State Park Campground include fishing, hiking, nature watching, and sunbathing.
Water Hookup: No
Electric Hookup: 30/50 amp
Sewer Hookup: No
Wi-Fi Available: No
Pet Friendly: Yes
Fee: $24-$28 per night
Office hours: 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. daily
Aloha State Park Campground
Aloha State Park Campground is located on the shores of Mullett Lake, just 45 minutes southwest of Hoeft State Park. The 172-acre park offers over 200 RV sites. Boat enthusiasts, hikers, bikers, and anglers find this park to be a paradise. A sandy beach stretches along the lakeshore, interrupted by a cement boat launch and a boat basin constructed to protect watercraft from inclement weather. Restrooms are dispersed throughout the park. All of the hiking and biking trails intersect with pathways that extend beyond the forests surrounding the campground and Lake Huron's shores.
Water Hookup: No
Electric Hookup: 30/50 amp
Sewer Hookup: No
Wi-Fi Available: No
Pet Friendly: Yes
Fee: $30 to $40 per night
Office hours: 8 a.m.-10 p.m. daily
What to Do at
Hoeft State Park
Inside Hoeft State Park
Hoeft State Park offers an astonishing number of fun opportunities. Sunbathers and swimmers are welcome to use the beach during the summer. For winter storm watchers, the incredible waves built along this stretch of Michigan are a wonder to behold. The campground provides picnic tables, fire rings, a horseshoe pit, and volleyball courts. You'll also find 4.5 miles of hiking trails that convert to cross-country ski routes during the winter.
How to Get to
Hoeft State Park
Hoeft State Park is only five miles from Rogers City, MI. You can get there by taking U.S. Highway 23 West (US-23 W). The park entrance is well marked alongside the highway.
From Lansing, MI, in the south, the route runs for 242 miles along U.S. Highway 127 North (US-127 N) until it hooks into US-23 at exit 310. Turn east toward M 68 and Rogers City. Travel east on US-23 until you find the park entrance alongside the highway.
Entering Hoeft State Park
Michigan’s park pass program has fees dependent on the vehicle type, where you make your purchase, and residency status.
Hoeft State Park Annual park pass for vehicle : $12.0
When the pass is purchased from the Secretary of State
Hoeft State Park Annual park pass for vehicle : $17.0
When the pass is purchased at the State Park
Hoeft State Park Annual park pass for motorcycle : $6.0
When the pass is purchased from the Secretary of State
Hoeft State Park Annual park pass for motorcycle : $11.0
When the pass is purchased at the State Park
Hoeft State Park Non-resident annual park pass : $34.0
Hoeft State Park Non-resident daily park pass : $9.0
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hoeft State Park
An ideal time to visit Hoeft State Park is late Spring because the wildflowers will be blooming along the heavily wooded trails. Remember, seasonal changes become more noticeable about two weeks later at this park than they do in the surrounding area.
Some type of precipitation falls on about 40% of the days at Hoeft State Park. This park gets about 85 inches of snow and 30 inches of rain annually. July is the warmest month, with highs usually reaching the low-80s.
Visitors to Hoeft State Park often see gray wolves, beavers, and moose. Follow the groomed snowshoeing trails in the winter, and you may see footprints left by Canadian lynxes and bears.
There are 144 designated RV camping spots at Hoeft State Park. Each site comes with an electrical hookup, picnic table, and fire ring. Many of the sites have views of Lake Huron.
State officials recommend campers make reservations at least 24 hours in advance from April through November. Campers can fill all open sites on a first-come basis, and no reservations are needed from November to April. The cost starts at $17.