State Park offering evening ski and snowshoe events.

HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Ludington State Park is offering a free Saturday “Lantern Lit Ski and Snowshoe Event” on January 23, and February 6, weather permitting. These events will be offered each of the designated Saturdays from 6 to 8 p.m. Visitors can bring their cross country skis and/or snowshoes out to ski or walk a lighted groomed trail through Ludington State Park’s snow-covered, forested sand dunes.   

The lighted trail begins at the Warming Shelter located next to the parking lot at the end of M-116. The park has 40 pairs of snowshoes to loan out on a first-come, first-served basis. The park has no cross country skis to loan out.  No reservations accepted.

Park staff will be on hand to help visitors get started. Participants are advised to dress warmly in layers.  Along the trail, a campfire will be available where visitors can warm themselves and enjoy a hot beverage while talking with park staff.  

Ludington State Park offers several miles of groomed cross country ski trails for beginners through expert.  Winter camping is allowed in the Cedar and Jack-Pine campgrounds.  Three heated mini-cabins are also available for rent.  Reservations for these facilities can be made at www.midnrreservations.com.   

For details, call 231-843-9261.

Snowshoe hikes and cross-country ski events are taking place this winter at many state parks across Michigan. To learn more, visit. www.michigan.gov/gogetoutdoors. For information about Ludington State Park, visit www.michigan.gov/ludington.

There is no charge for these activities, but Recreation Passport is required for entry into all Michigan State Parks and Recreation Areas. Check “yes” when you renew your license plate. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/recreationpassport.