Headlands Dark Sky Park

Tripadvisor (342) · Park in Mackinaw City, United States
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Marked nature trails guide hikers, bicyclists, cross-country skiers, and nature photographers to experience the park throughout the changing seasons. …

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4.5/5 · 342 reviews
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Oct 10, 2024
What is a dark park? The must unique place i have ever been. If you love stars and beautiful nature. GO. We went in afternoon as it is a little far out in the middle of nowhere. 7 miles I think. Wor… Full review by edyeh2020
Oct 7, 2024
We usually travel in a motorhome but on this trip I was driving a small SUV. This gave me a perfect opportunity to visit the darksky park. For everyone in larger vehicles, I’d like to tell you that y… Full review by Flipper029
Sep 26, 2024
My friend and I went hiking in the Mackinaw City area. We decided to include the Dark Sky attraction on our itinerary. We wanted to go in the Events Center and discover what this place was all about… Full review by WinddancerDT3230CW

Questions & answers

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Is there admission fee or parking fee
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Free admission and parking. TIP: parking is limited so come before sunset.
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Do they allow dogs? We are visiting for 1 night only and can not leave our dog behind.
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Yes, dogs are allowed in the park but they must be on a leash. They are not allowed inside the building however. Enjoy your visit!
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Can you swim while waiting for the sun to set / stars to come out?
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Didn’t look like much of a swimable beach. Rocky and shallow from what I could see.
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Does anyone bring toddlers that are usually in bed at this time? We really want to visit while we camp nearby but don't …
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Does anyone bring toddlers that are usually in bed at this time? We really want to visit while we camp nearby but don't want to be judged and have no alt options
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There were a lot of kids there- take them!
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Frequently asked questions

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Where do I go for dark sky viewing?
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The grounds, trails, shoreline viewing areas, and restrooms (under the observatory tower) at Headlands are open 24 hours a day, every day, but we...
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