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Michigan boasts more than 100 state parks, state recreation areas, trail state parks, and other sites, along with 16 state harbors on the Great Lakes. Many of these protected areas offer a variety of ways to spend the night including campsites and beautiful lodges. This article features three Michigan State Park lodges at Fayette Historic State Park, Port Crescent State Park, and J.W. Wells State Park.

1. Fayette Historic State Park, Garden
Fayette Historic State Park, 4785 II Rd, Garden, MI 49835, USA
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This 711-acre wonder zone, features Snail Shell Harbor slips, a historic townsite showcasing more than 20 historic buildings, five miles of hiking and skiing trails, and a beach.
In addition to camping, this park offers a unique Furnace Hill Lodge that has that rustic feel one might expect from a state park.
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This beauty accommodates up to 10 people, who can slumber in the artfully-crafted cedar-framed beds.
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You will keep warm or cool with the fuel-efficient furnace and central air conditioning.
2. Port Crescent State Park, Port Austin
Port Crescent State Park, Port Austin Road, Port Austin, MI, USA
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This beauty boasts three miles of Lake Huron shoreline. This family-friendly park is packed with fun including five miles of hiking trails, a dark sky preserve, canoeing, fishing, hunting, and birding. And don't forget to watch the sunset of Saginaw Bay, from the wooden boardwalk.
While a modern campground is available, you might try this unique way of lodging in one of two geodesic domes located in the center of the campground.
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Each one sleeps up to four comfortably, with heat and air conditioning.

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 The Michigan State Park Lodge Where You Can Have A Resort-Level Getaway

The Michigan State Park Lodge Where You Can Have A Resort-Level Getaway
Some of the highlights include the unique architectural design with skylights and cozy, spruce paneling.
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And of course, don't miss the breathtaking views of Lake Huron.
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3. J.W. Wells State Park, Stephenson
J W Wells State Park, 7670 M-35, Stephenson, MI 49887, USA
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Here's a place where you can fish, swim, hunt, play horseshoes, or just have a nice family picnic. Six miles of hiking trails are also available to explore on the sprawling 678 acres.
A stay at the historic Baystone Lodge takes you right near the beach and day-use area.
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Originally built in the 1940s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the lodge served as the park manager's residence until recently.
The lodge comes with that country feel you might expect, with hardwood floors, a cut-stone fireplace, and hand-hewn beams.
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With a long list of activities these beautiful wild places in Michigan have to offer, don’t worry about driving home after a long day of fun. Wake up to a wonderland right outside of your window, throw on a bathing suit and run. And while you are in the Great Lake State and the hunger pangs start hitting, enjoy one of these favorite restaurants.

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