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Algonac State Park

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Nearest city
  
Algonac, Michigan

Phone
  
+1 810-765-5605

Website
  
Official website

Algonac State Park

Location
  
Clay Township St. Clair County, Michigan

Governing body
  
Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Address
  
8732 N River Rd, Marine City, MI 48039, USA

Management
  
Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Similar
  
Lakeport State Park, Metamora‑Hadley Recreation Area, Sterling State Park, Hayes State Park, Pontiac Lake Recreatio

Algonac state park


Algonac State Park is a 1,450-acre (5.9 km2) state park in St. Clair County, Michigan. The park has approximately a half mile (800 m) of St. Clair River frontage, making viewing of international freighters a major attraction.

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EcologyEdit

Approximately 83% of the park's area is undeveloped. This undeveloped portion of the park encompasses significant lakeplain prairie and oak openings (savannas), which have been described as unique natural environments in Michigan. The park is home to at least 22 plant and animal species classified as endangered, threatened, or special concern .

Facilities and activitiesEdit

  • Hunting: The park is open to hunting during the fall and winter.
  • Playground
  • Hiking
  • Cross-country skiing on ungroomed trails
  • Fishing: Walleye fishing can be found in the St. Clair River.
  • Picnicking
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Shooting/Archery range
  • Camping
  • Metal Detecting - Metal detecting is recognized as a legitimate recreational activity when it is conducted in ways that do not damage the natural and cultural resources nor violate applicable state statutes. Use a map that shows clearly where this activity may take place. Any items found must be reviewed by park staff and may be retained for further investigation.

    • References

    Algonac State Park Wikipedia
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