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Fisherman's Island State Park
5511 Bells Bay Rd, Charlevoix, MI 49720
State park🪢 Leash required
2,678 acres
⭐ 4.7
920 reviews
Near Charlevoix, Fisherman's Island State Park lets leashed dogs explore rustic trails and Lake Michigan beach with shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Watch for uneven terrain.
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- Park
- Fisherman's Island State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Charlevoix, Michigan
- Coordinates
- 45.2978, -85.3625
- Size
- 2,678 acres
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (920 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.7 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
7.7/ 10
Great vibes
- · ★ 4.7 from 920 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 2,678 acres of room
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Dog policy
Lake Michigan state park near Charlevoix. Leashed dogs on rustic trails + beach.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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