Fayette Historic State Park

08/11/2026

07/22/2026

🚲 E-Bikes Are Now Available! ⚡

Ready to ride? Our e-bikes are now available for rent!

📞 Call ahead (906)644-2603 to reserve yours and make sure one is ready when you arrive. Availability is limited, so don't wait!

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from Fayette State Park! 🎆

From all of us at Fayette State Park, have a safe, fun, and Happy Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙

06/27/2026

There’s something special about a summer day at Fayette State Park. 🌊🌲

From the peaceful shoreline of Lake Michigan to the rich history of the old iron-smelting town, every visit offers a chance to slow down, explore, and make lasting memories. Whether you're hiking the scenic trails, enjoying a picnic, photographing the historic buildings, or simply taking in the breathtaking views, Fayette is a place where nature and history come together.

We'd love to hear about your favorite Fayette memories! Share them in the comments and let us know what makes Fayette State Park special to you.

🌞 If you happen to visit today, have a safe and enjoyable day exploring one of Michigan's hidden gems!

06/07/2026

💭 Imagine it’s 1885. The furnaces are glowing, ships are arriving at the dock, and nearly 500 people call Fayette home. Fast forward to today, and visitors can walk the same streets, explore historic buildings, and enjoy the stunning views of Big Bay de Noc from the limestone cliffs. Fayette preserves one of Michigan’s best-preserved industrial communities from the charcoal iron era.

💭 Question of the Day:
If you could spend one day in historic Fayette during its iron-smelting heyday, what job would you choose?

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Share your choice in the comments!

📸 Bonus: If you've visited Fayette, post your favorite photo below and tell us which building or view made the biggest impression on you.

05/18/2026

Fayette Campers, following DNR Parks and Recreation Policy, campsites must be occupied within 24 hours of your arrival date. If not checked in by 3 PM the next day, your campsite will automatically be moved to “No-show”, canceling your stay.

While this policy is not new, our reservation system will now automatically cancel no-shows in place of park staff manually removing the reservation. By booking a campsite and choosing not to come without canceling, it takes away the chance for another visitor to enjoy that spot.

To make changes to your reservation, visit midnrreservations.com or call 1 (800) 44-PARKS.

05/16/2026

📣 We’re Open!

Fayette State Park is officially open for the 2026 season!

Fayette Townsite Hours - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Fayette Company Store Hours - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

04/24/2026

Update 5-1-26; The water level is slowly going down, however the raft still is not able to dock correctly with the current level. It will be closed through the weekend.

The raft at Kitch-iti-kipi is currently closed due to high water. It will remain closed until the water level goes down and the raft can dock and lock into place safely.

03/20/2026

After 3 long days of nothing but snowblowing and more snowblowing, we finally made it to Fayette Townsite ❄️🚜