About us

Friends of Portage Bay and Fayette Historic State Park is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to helping maintain Portage Bay Campground and Fayette State Park.

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The volunteer board of directors collaborates with the DNR and manages donations and activities to help with improvements and provide educational opportunities for visitors.

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Portage Bay Campground

Located on the shores of Lake Michigan on the Garden Peninsula, the campground has 23 campsites, a boat launch, a sandy beach, and hiking trails that provide access to various habitats and wildflowers. The Portage Bay Campground trails are highlighted in Michigan Wildflowers by Harry Lund.

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Fayette Historic State Park

Consisting of 711 acres and Snail Shell Harbor surrounding the historic Fayette townsite, the park includes 61 campsites, a boat launch, harbor slips, and miles of hiking and cross-country ski trails.