LANSING – For the third year in a row, multiple Michigan state parks will offer a fireworks-free Fourth of July for those looking for a quieter holiday.
Here's the information from The Michigan DNR:
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The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency again have collaborated to offer Fireworks-Free Fourth of July alternative camping options for veterans and other visitors seeking a quieter holiday this season. Select Michigan state parks and recreation areas will participate July 1-4.
For the third year in a row, the DNR and the MVAA have worked together to offer alternative camping options for those veterans and other visitors, including pet owners, looking for a calmer Fourth of July. These selected campgrounds are located farther away from traditional community firework displays.
Camping reservations can be made up to six months in advance, which means that the window to reserve these campsites is already here. To check camping availability and make a reservation, visit www.midnrreservations.com or call 1-800-44PARKS (1-800-447-2757).
Fireworks-Free Fourth of July parks are located far from community displays; however, the DNR cannot guarantee that fireworks will not be set off near the state parks. Aerial fireworks such as Roman candles and bottle rockets are not allowed in Michigan state parks at any time, but small, low-impact fireworks such as fountain fireworks, sparklers and ground spinners are allowed.
The following parks will host Fireworks-Free* Fourth of July, July 1-4:
Bewabic State Park (Iron County)
Hayes State Park (Lenawee County)
Lake Hudson Recreation Area (Lenawee County)
Tippy Dam Recreation Area (Manistee County)
Cheboygan State Park (Cheboygan County)
Craig Lake State Park (Baraga County)
Leelanau State Park (Leelanau County)
Sleepy Hollow State Park (Clinton County)
Rifle River Recreation Area (Ogemaw County)
Brighton Recreation Area-Bishop Lake Campground (Livingston County)
Wells State Park (Menominee County)
