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Brighton Today
By the People, for the People
Michigan Campgrounds Reopen After Summer Upgrades
State parks and recreation areas complete renovations to electrical, shower, and amenity facilities.
Apr. 10, 2026 at 11:48am
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Michigan's state parks invest in campground upgrades to meet the growing demand for outdoor recreation experiences.Brighton TodaySeveral Michigan state campgrounds are reopening this summer after undergoing renovations and upgrades, including improvements to electrical pedestals, shower buildings, playgrounds, and pavilions. The Brighton Recreation Area and Cheboygan State Park are among the sites that will be welcoming campers again after construction hiatuses, with the majority of sites at Bishop Lake in Brighton set to reopen on May 21 and Cheboygan's modern campground slated to reopen at the end of July.
Why it matters
As Michigan's outdoor recreation industry continues to see high demand, the state is investing in its campground infrastructure to meet the needs of both new and returning campers. These upgrades will improve the overall camping experience and amenities available at popular state park destinations.
The details
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has overseen renovations at several state campgrounds, including upgrades to electrical pedestals, shower facilities, and recreational amenities like playgrounds and pavilions. At the Brighton Recreation Area's Bishop Lake campground, the majority of sites will reopen on May 21 after road and electrical improvements, with the remaining 27 sites set to reopen on July 2. Cheboygan State Park's modern campground is also undergoing renovations to its toilet and shower building, with plans to reopen at the end of July, while the park's lodge, cabins, and rustic campground remain open.
- The majority of sites at Bishop Lake in Brighton's Recreation Area will reopen on May 21, 2026.
- The remaining 27 sites at Bishop Lake in Brighton will reopen on July 2, 2026.
- Cheboygan State Park's modern campground is slated to reopen at the end of July 2026.
The players
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
The state agency overseeing the upgrades and renovations at Michigan's state campgrounds.
Brighton Recreation Area
A state recreation area in Michigan that includes the Bishop Lake campground, which is undergoing road and electrical improvements.
Cheboygan State Park
A Michigan state park that is renovating the toilet and shower building in its modern campground.
The takeaway
These campground upgrades demonstrate Michigan's commitment to maintaining and improving its outdoor recreation infrastructure to meet the growing demand for camping experiences across the state.
