PJ Hoffmaster State Park shifts to Phase 2, reopening some facilities as the DNR continues some major improvements this July.
The work is part of ARPA-funded projects at state parks across Michigan.
Work started in April by improving the roads— adding speed bumps, a dedicated lane for visitors with Recreation Passports, and improved beach road shoulders for pedestrians and cyclists. All of those facilities are open now.
Starting Friday, July 7, the modern campground will be closed for upgrades including making sites more accessible, fixing roads, and upgrading water and sanitation facilities. The work is expected to last through the end of the camping season.
Phase 3 is expected to begin in 2024 to renovate the day-use toilet facilities and Gillette Visitor Center.
The DNR tells FOX 17 many of the projects are crossing the finish line as we reach mid-summer.
Efforts to replace 2 bathroom buildings and part of an electrical system at Ludington State Park are complete, as is Phase 1 of improvements to Interlochen State Park. They also upgraded their electrical system and are planning to modernize water, sewer, and restroom facilities.
If you're heading to the UP, just know Straits State Park in Mackinac County will reopen on July 20 after two new toilet and shower facilities were put in. Their sanitary lift station is still on the list for future improvements.
You can keep an eye on closures at all of Michigan's State Parks here.
