Hunting, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore , Michigan

The shortening days of fall bring with them the transformation of green leaves to crimson and gold, first first frost, lines of waterfowl winging southward across the sky, and thoughts of past hunting trips in the north country.

Hunting is permitted within Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in accordance with federal migratory bird laws and federal and State of Michigan regulations. Along with fishing, hunting is an activity specifically allow by the Congress of the United States when it authorized the lakeshore in 1966.
Hunting Opportunities
With its varied topography, lakes, streams, and mixed coniferous and hardwood forest, Pictured Rocks provides habitat for a variety of game animals.

The most hunting activities are for white-tailed deer, grouse, woodcock, bear, and snowshoe hare. Whether archery, muzzle loading, or firearms, hunters find ample hunting opportunities from grown-over farm fields to backcountry cedar swamps.

The hunting season begins in mid-September with bear and grouse seasons and continues through the winter with snowshoe hare season. Refer to your "Michigan Hunting Guide" for specific dates and bag limits. A Michigan hunting license is required, and is av