Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79134_79210---,00.html
From I-75, Exit onto US-2 and head east, turn right onto Church St. and go 1/4 mile to the park entrance.
Beautiful park with great views of the Mackinaw Bridge, camping spots, trails, and the historic Lakeside Cemetery. I included pictures of the stairs that take you to some of these areas. The park is big and very well kept. You’ll receive a map when you enter.
Very clean park, seems to draw a blended crowd so it's pretty quiet at night while still allowing you to enjoy your evening. Beautiful view of the bridge. The beach is pretty narrow but very long and shouldn't have a problem sitting in the sand. Water is very shallow and warm but very rocky.