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V. Williams
An Untold Story
"Up North," where wilderness can still be found!
Michiganders and visitors alike can connect with the true wild at Rockport State Park. After its relatively short period of industrial use in the early 1900s, it has essentially been left to heal. Consequently, its 4000+ acres boasts:
Dark sky preserve, bat hibernaculum, flyway (migratory path), litmus site (gauge the health of Lake Huron/shoreline environment), unique/sensitive plant/animal life, deep-water port, shipwrecks, fossils, limestone quarry, sinkholes, free access shoreline, and so much more!
In its wild state visitors enjoy the unique experience of witnessing an area rebalance its own ecosystem, as well as enjoy recreational activities:
Dark sky viewing, visiting one of only two bat hibernaculums on all of Lake Huron, educational opportunities, equestrian trails, hiking, biking, fossiling, swimming, snorkeling, diving, as well as historical and cultural learning opportunities.
Please join our stewardship efforts and help preserve and protect wild Rockport!
C. Drane
Friends of Rockport Mission Statement
Friends of Rockport exist to celebrate and conserve the wonders that make Rockport extraordinary, like diverse ecosystems, history, and dark sky, while fostering a culture of responsible adventure. Through outreach, education, and volunteer opportunities we empower our community to become stewards protecting this wild place today and preserving it for tomorrow
Below you will find some of the main features found at Rockport! Take a moment and click on a picture for information and resources on each one.
This area is still under construction, we appreciate your patience.
 Dark Sky Preserve & SanctuaryPhoto courtesy of S. Keyes |  Flyway - Migratory Path |  Bat Hibernaculum |
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 Litmus SitePhoto courtesy of G. Kristine |  Geology & FossilingPhoto courtesy of J. Fairchild |  Water HealthPhoto courtesy V. Williams |
 SinkholesPhoto courtesy of D. Brisch |  Peace in NaturePhoto courtesy S. Keyes |  RecreationPhoto courtesy of K. Miller |
 ForestPhoto courtesy T. Montie |  Plant LifePhoto courtesy of D. Brisch |  ShorelinePhoto courtesy of D. Brisch |
 Animal LifePhoto courtesy C. Drane |  Cultural & Historical PreservationPhoto courtesy C. Drane |
K. Miller
As the managers of our public lands, DNR is considering plans for Rockport's future. Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with these ideas and help us encourage plans that foster the longterm stewardship and thriving of this special place.
2026 has seen movement on Rockport's future with feedback from stakeholders and the public. Take a moment and familiarize yourself with the DNR's summary of input.
S. Atkinson
“What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.”
— Jane Goodall
C. Drane
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