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Hoeft State Park is a heavily wooded 300-acre park with a mile of sandy, Lake Huron shoreline. The moderating effect of Lake Huron causes temperatures to be less extreme during both summer and winter and also causes up to two weeks delay in season changes compared to a few miles inland. This was one of the first 14 Michigan State Parks. The original property was donated by lumber baron, Paul H. Hoeft on January 2, 1922. A picnic shelter still in use was built in the day use area by the Civilian Conservation Corps in late 1930s. In 1960, the campground was expanded from 66 campsites to its present size.

• Michigan State Park Explorer Program
  Learn more about the natural features and resources located in this park with the Outdoor Explorer Program.
   
• Hunting
  About half of the park is open for hunting.
   
• Playground - These play areas offer a variety of playground equipment for children.
   
• Beach House - Provides clothes-changing area for swimmers.
   
• Swimming
  The sandy beach provides a way to enjoy Lake Huron swimming and very close to a number of the campsites.
   
• Picnic Area - Picnic tables and fire pits/grills
   
• Picnic Shelter(s)
  The picnic shelter provides a beautiful view of the lake and can be rented by calling 989-734-2543.
   
• Biking
  A 10-foot wide paved non-motorized trail starts in the day use area and connects at the park entrance to the Huron Sunrise Trail. It stretches to Rogers City riding along the beach next to Lake Huron and ends at Calcite Limestone Quarry, the world's largest open pit limestone mine. This trail also connects to Herman Vogler Conservation Area which includes seven miles of hiking and biking trails.
   
• Hiking
  The park features 4.5 miles of trails running through gently rolling, mixed hardwood/conifer forest as well as along the Lake Huron shoreline. There are many wildflowers to view, especially in the spring.
   
• Cross Country Ski
  A total of 4.5 miles of trails running through gently rolling, mixed hardwood/conifer forest as well as along the Lake Huron shoreline. Trails are not groomed.
   
• Metal Detecting Areas
  Metal detecting is recognized as a legitimate recreation activity when it is conducted in ways that do not damage the natural and cultural resources in Michigan State Parks nor violate applicable state statues. If you wish to use a metal detector in this state park, here is a map that shows clearly where this activity may take place. Any items found must be reviewed by park staff and may be retained for further investigation.