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| Day-Use | Fishing | yes | | | Hunting | yes | | | Hiking Trail, miles | yes |
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Sleepy Hollow State Park
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Sleepy Hollow State Park
7835 E. Price Road
Laingsburg, Michigan 48848
Phone: 517-651-6217
Reservations: 800-447-2757
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| State Park Overview: |
| Over 2,600 acres with a 410 acre lake. 181 modern campsites. Picnicking, swimming, boat launch, fishing, wildlife viewing areas, bird watching. Row boat, canoe, paddleboat, pontoon rental available in the summer. Trails that take you through prairie grasses, hardwood forest and stands of pine trees: 16 miles of hiking/biking, and 9 miles for horseback riding. Snowmobiling. Metal detecting area. |
| Nature of the Area: |
| More than 228 species have been recorded in Sleepy Hollow, from the common Blue Jay to the Eastern Bluebird. During migration, look for waterfowl in Lake Ovid. The rarely recorded Bonaparte's Gull or Bald Eagle also have been sighted.
Lake Ovid has proven to be a very popular fishing lake with a wide variety of fish such as pike, largemouth and smallmouth bass, bluegill, sunfish, crappie, rock bass, perch, catfish and bullheads. |
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Very nice park
We stayed for 6 nights. Sites have a lot of trees. Make sure you have long electric cord.We will return
Written by lsphillips
5-Aug-2008
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We will return!
Loved the secluded sites with lots of trees, shade and privacy. Plenty of walking trails. We were warned to watch out for poison ivy so that would be a concern if you have small children. No soap in bathrooms! Definitely need long electric cord!
Written by pjk0326
20-Aug-2008
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(name not given)
2-Jun-2009
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Gorgeous, spacious, quiet and welcoming!
Written by CindyM
29-Jun-2009
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Really nice place,but bring bug spray!!
Large campground,a lot of trees,and privacy.Walking trails to beautiful Lake Ovid and park. No soap dispensers in bathroom.Beware of poison ivy! Raccoons / mosquitoes can be a problem. Other than that, it was great.Would love to go back.
Written by dyction
17-Jul-2009
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| Camping: |
| Sleepy Hollow-Group Youth Area(517) 651-6217 Group Use Area, Rustic Site
Sleepy Hollow-Modern(800) 447-2757 181 site(s)Electrical Service, Modern Restrooms |
| Trails: |
| There are more than 11 miles of hiking trails that take you through prairie grasses, hardwood forest and stands of pine trees.
Trails in the park:
Sleepy Hollow-Horse Trail - 9.5 (Miles), Bridle, Dog Sledding
Sleepy Hollow-Hiking Trail - 16 (Miles), Hiking, Mountain Biking, Snowmobiling, Cross Country Ski |
| Picnicking: |
| For the day-user, a beach is located northwest of the campground with picnic tables, beach house and phones. Three picnic areas are located within the park. Each of the picnic areas have vault toilets, hand water pumps, picnic tables, grills and a shelter. In addition, the East Picnic Area offers a picnic shelter equipped with a fireplace, and the Island Picnic area offers a bridge to the largest island on Lake Ovid. Each shelter is available at no charge on a first-come-first-serve basis or is reservable at a per day fee.
The East Picnic Area offers a picnic shelter equipped with a fireplace and the Island Picnic Area offers a bridge to the largest island on Lake Ovid. Each shelter is available at no charge on a first-come, first-served basis or is reservable at a per day fee. |
| Boating: |
| Boat launch and parking area are paved. Lake Ovid is a "No Wake" lake inside Sleepy Hollow State park. There are 2 boating access sites in Clinton County maintained by the park, Muskrat Lake and Looking Glass River. See the Michigan Recreational Boating Information System for more information.
Kayaks, rowboats, paddleboats and pontoon boats are available for rent. |
| Fishing and Hunting: |
| Fishing
Lake Ovid has proven to be a very popular fishing lake with a wide variety of fish such as muskie, largemouth and smallmouth bass, bluegill, sunfish, crappie, rock bass, perch, catfish and bullheads. Two fishing piers are available as well as access to various shore fishing sites.
Hunting
Park lands are open to hunting and trapping during the appropriate seasons. The hunting is excellent for ducks, deer, rabbit and squirrel. Turkey, woodcock, pheasant, quail and grouse are also found in the park. |
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| Business Meetings | |  | Baymont Inn Suites - Dowagiac, MI
The Baymont Inn and Suites of is pleased to provide our guests with exceptional service and quality amenities at an affordable price. With several fine dining restaurants nearby, you won't go hungry! We are minutes away from Historic Downtown Dowagiac, Sister Lakes, and several premier golf courses.
Web Site: http://www.baymontinns.com/hotel/13520 |
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| | Hotels/Motels | | | Baymont Inn Suites - Dowagiac, MI
The Baymont Inn and Suites of is pleased to provide our guests with exceptional service and quality amenities at an affordable price. With several fine dining restaurants nearby, you won't go hungry! We are minutes away from Historic Downtown Dowagiac, Sister Lakes, and several premier golf courses.
Web Site: http://www.baymontinns.com/hotel/13520 |
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| Michigan State Park Explorer Program:
Learn more about the natural features and resources located in this park with the State Park Explorer Program. The schedule of programs is available here for July 5-9. and July 12-16.
Snowmobiling is allowed in the west end of the park when there is at least four inches of snow on the ground. Snowmobiles are prohibited on cross country ski trails, and must have a current registration. |
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| Directions: |
| Take US-27 (just N. of I-69) to the Price Road exit. Price Road E. (turn right) about 5.5 miles. Park entrance on left (N.) side of road. |
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