Spend less time searching, more time boating.

The revamped Michigan Boating Facility Finder (or MiBFF) makes finding access sites a breeze. Use the interactive map to quickly locate boating access sites across the state and find essential information, such as number of lanes, local watercraft controls (e.g., no wake, water skiing hours), parking info, closures and more.

Did you know you don't need a seasonal slip to enjoy overnight stays or short visits at state-managed harbors and grant-in-aid marinas?

All of these locations offer "transient" slips, reservable for up to two weeks. These slips are perfect for overnighting on your boat or mooring for the night if you're staying (or live) nearby. Many marinas also offer launch facilities, allowing you to conveniently park your vehicle and trailer during your stay. It's a fantastic option for vacationers or staycationers!

Reserve your slip at MiDNRReservations.com under the Harbors tab.

As you prepare your boat, kayak, canoe or personal watercraft for the 2025 boating season, it’s a good time to review what you can do to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Michigan’s waterways are some of the finest in the world. To protect them from invasive species, state law requires the following actions.

• CLEAN. Ensure that the watercraft, trailer and any conveyance used to transport them are free of aquatic organisms, including plants.
• DRAIN. Remove all drain plugs and drain all water from bilges, ballast tanks and live wells.
• DRY. Allow boats, trailers and gear to dry in the sun for five to seven days, or wash with a pressure washer and dry surfaces with a towel.
• DISPOSE of unused bait in the trash. Do not release bait into the water or release fish or baitfish into bodies of water other than where they were caught.

Following the severe northern Michigan ice storm, Gov. Whitmer declared a disaster across 12 counties. The storms significantly impacted approximately 919,500 acres of state forest land, 3,400 miles of state forest roads, 19 state parks, 55 state forest campgrounds, 169 boating access sites and 3,290 miles of state-managed trails. While the DNR has made substantial progress, assessments and cleanup efforts are ongoing.

Anglers, paddlers and boaters, please use caution when navigating waterways in areas affected by the late-March ice storm. New obstructions, such as fallen trees and branches, may be present in rivers and streams. Additionally, some boating access sites are temporarily closed.

Stay informed about closures, safety updates, what to expect and more on the DNR storm recovery page.

Instead of tossing your boat shrink-wrap, recycle it into something new, like TREX decking, through the Michigan Recycling Coalition's Recycle Run program.

Recycle Run bags cost $12, and registration closes June 2.

In 2024 alone, 58,000 pounds of film – which equals about 29 tons of plastic – was collected and diverted from Michigan landfills!