Michigan State Parks Near Suttons Bay

Keith J. Charters Traverse City State Park combines a public beach on Grand Traverse Bay with a well-used campground and quick access to downtown Traverse City. Visitors come for swimming, picnicking, and a convenient home base near the region's restaurants, festivals, and shoreline attractions.

Leelanau State Park offers a classic northern Michigan lakeshore experience with forests, beaches, and panoramic water views. Its signature attraction is the Grand Traverse Lighthouse, making it a favorite for history lovers, photographers, and campers seeking a peaceful setting.