Sterling State Park
2800 State Park Rd, Monroe, MI 48162
1,300 acres · 7 miles of trails
Monroe's 1,300-acre state park on Lake Erie provides shaded trails and water access for leashed dogs. Benches, dog bags, parking, restrooms, and trash cans make visits convenient. Pet-friendly campsites are available for overnight stays.
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- Park
- Sterling State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Monroe, Michigan
- Coordinates
- 41.9244, -83.3519
- Size
- 1,300 acres
- Trail miles
- 7
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.5 / 5 (2,210 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 8.1 / 10 — Exceptional
- Last verified
- June 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:Yes
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:Yes
- Indoor:No
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 1,300 acres of room
- · 7 miles of trail
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Dog policy
Closest Michigan state park to Northwood, OH (~25 mi north). 1,300 acres on Lake Erie. Leashed dogs welcome on trails. Pet-friendly campsites.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Benches
- Dog waste bags
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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