Park Registration Office
The park office is open seven days a week, year-round. From mid-May through mid-September, office hours are 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. From mid-September through mid-May, office hours are 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The office is closed on December 25th and January 1st.
Aerial Photography of Pinconning Park
Check out this awesome aerial video of the Pinconning Park beach and waterway to the Bay!
Online Reservations
You can now submit an online reservation request.
Campsite Rental
Billed as the "Gateway To The North", Pinconning Park and Campground is minutes east of I-75, in northeastern Bay County. Pinconning Park is nestled on the quiet shore of the beautiful Saginaw Bay and has evolved into a spectacular tourist attraction due to its history, miles of boardwalks and trails, sandy beach with kayak rentals, observation towers and decks, and endless wildlife and bird viewing opportunities. The park also has a boat launch for access to prime walleye fishing on the bay.
The campground includes 62 modern/semi-modern campsites, with a choice of wooded or sunny lots. Each site includes a picnic table and a fire ring. Twelve sites have concrete camping pads, while the rest have gravel parking pads. The sites are equipped with 20 and 30-amp electrical service, while some have 50-amp service. Sites #1 through #42 have direct water hookups.
The park also offers a water tower, septic station, and a super clean and well-maintained bathhouse with hot showers.
- Click here to see our Campsite Map.
- Click here to see our Trail Map.
Log Cabin Rental
Pinconning Park features six log cabins. These one-room cabins are 13 feet by 19 feet in size. All cabins are equipped with electricity, lighting, two bunk beds (with mattresses), a kitchen table, and two benches. Outside each cabin is a fire ring, BBQ stand, and picnic table. All of the cabins are ADA accessible. The cabins are heated by propane-fueled, forced-air furnaces. Cabin renters are encouraged to bring their own bedding, flashlights, and outdoor cooking supplies. Cabin users may buy firewood and ice from the park. The park office also has flashlights, lanterns, extension cords, propane tanks, and related items for sale.
Cabin Rules
- Maximum occupancy is six people per unit.
- Two vehicles maximum per unit.
- No pets are allowed inside the cabins or on the cabin sites.
- Tents/covered shelters are not allowed on the site.
- Smoking and cooking are prohibited inside the cabins.
- All visitors are required to follow the park rules.
- All other park rules will be enforced. See park staff for rules/regulations.
Violation of park rules will result in eviction without refund.
Facility Rental
Pinconning Park offers two covered facilities for rent year-round. The Pavilion and the Gazebo are ideal for hosting large events such as weddings, graduations, birthdays, family reunions, club events, and business meetings.
The Gazebo is capable of seating up to 80 people, has several 20-amp electrical outlets, and is lighted.
The Pavilion is capable of seating up to 60 people. has 20 amp electrical service, no lighting.
Both facilities are accessible to disabled persons and are close to bathroom facilities. Each is situated in the day-use area, overlooking the Saginaw Bay. There are several BBQ stands and picnic tables surrounding the Pavilion and Gazebo, with two playgrounds nearby.
Contact the Pinconning Park office at (989) 879-5050 for further information, or online at www.baycountymi.gov.
Year-Round Activities
Pinconning Park offers a variety of seasonal activities. Bird watchers flock to our 206-acre nature preserve to observe a wide variety of bird species, including migrating waterfowl. An abundance of wildflowers takes control of the park, from early spring through late autumn. Take your time to enjoy the view of all of the wildlife and beauty from vantage points high and low. Three observation towers, two observation decks, five miles of trails and boardwalks, and a floating fishing dock are all within the park and nature preserve. All are ADA accessible. The newest tower, erected on the shoreline, is the only lookout on the entire Saginaw Bay! On a clear day, one can see Pt. AuGres, across the bay to "Michigan's Thumb", the mouth of the Saginaw River at Bay City, and everything in between. The view is grand!!
The fall duck and goose hunting season also attracts visitors from near and far to Pinconning Park and the Saginaw Bay. The bay is also well known for its spectacular summer walleye and perch fishing. The spring and fall seasons are incredible times for fishing, as many species, including perch, bass, pike, crappie, bluegill, and catfish, move into the shallow waters of the park. A boat launch is available mid-spring through the end of duck season.
There are two playground areas in the day-use area. Enjoy a family picnic while the children play on the playground equipment. Hot dogs, burgers, or the fresh catch of the day can be cooked on one of the many BBQ grills spread throughout the day-use area.
During the late spring and summer months, Pinconning Park offers kayak rentals located on a maintained sandy beach with a changing station and a rinse-off shower. Perfect to catch a bit of exercise and relaxation.
Winter brings ice fishing. Access is available right off the park shoreline with a plowed, secure parking lot with clean outhouse facilities. Many winter visitors bring their ATVs or snowmobiles and stay in one of our heated cabins. Reserve one early; once safe ice has formed, they fill up fast.
Cabin, Camp, Facility, and Permit Prices
Pinconning Park price rates are among the lowest camping rates in Michigan. We're committed to offering high-quality outdoor recreational opportunities at a very competitive price.
