Sterling State Park, State park in Frenchtown Charter Township, Michigan, United States.
Sterling State Park extends over 1,300 acres along Lake Erie, featuring wetlands, woodlands, and a mile of sandy beach shoreline.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources established Sterling State Park in 1935 to provide recreational opportunities for residents of the Lower Peninsula.
The River Raisin Heritage Trail connects Sterling State Park with downtown Monroe through a network of paths exploring local heritage sites.
Visitors need a Recreation Passport for entry, and the park offers modern camping facilities with full amenities, boat launches, and accessible facilities.
Sterling State Park stands as the only Michigan state park situated directly on Lake Erie, providing protected habitats for Great Lakes marsh species.
Location: Monroe County
Inception: 1935
Address: 2800 State Park Road 48162 Monroe
Website: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/ParksandTrails/Details.aspx?id=497&type=SPRK
GPS coordinates: 41.91560,-83.33360
Latest update: May 11, 2025 04:30
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