Duck Lake State Park, State park at Lake Michigan shore, Michigan, United States
The 728-acre recreational area combines Lake Michigan beach, sand dunes, hardwood forests, and meadows near the town of Whitehall in Muskegon County.
The Nature Conservancy purchased the land from two Boy Scout organizations in 1974 before the state acquired it and established the park in 1988.
The park maintains several trails, including the Scenic Drive section of Muskegon County's Shoreline Trail, connecting visitors with regional outdoor recreation traditions.
Visitors need a Recreation Passport to access the park's facilities, which include a boat launch, picnic areas, and a half-mile paved trail along Duck Lake.
The park sits where Duck Lake meets Lake Michigan, creating a natural channel between the two bodies of water that attracts swimmers and fishing enthusiasts.
Location: Michigan
Inception: 1988
Website: http://dnr.state.mi.us/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=446&type=SPRK
GPS coordinates: 43.34750,-86.39330
Latest update: November 19, 2025 14:27
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