On two back-to-back days, June 7-8, residents and out-of-state visitors can grab a fishing rod, ride Michigan’s off-road trails and/or visit a state park and other outdoor spaces – all at no cost – during “Three Free” Weekend. All ORV and fishing rules and regulations still apply.
Free ORV – Legally ride 4,000 miles of state-designated routes and trails and the state’s six scramble areas without purchasing an ORV license or trail permit. Keep in mind that many ORV trails remain closed following this spring’s ice storm in northern Michigan. You can find a map and dashboard with the latest status (open, partially open, temporarily closed) of state-managed trails on the DNR’s ice storm storm response page.
Free fishing – Fish for all in-season species, all weekend long, without a fishing license.
Free Recreation Passport – Throughout the weekend, the Recreation Passport entry fee that’s normally required for vehicle entry at state parks, state-managed boating access sites, state forest campgrounds, thousands of miles of trails and other outdoor spaces will be waived.
On two back-to-back days, June 7-8, residents and out-of-state visitors can grab a fishing rod, ride Michigan’s off-road trails and/or visit a state park and other outdoor spaces – all at no cost – during “Three Free” Weekend. All ORV and fishing rules and regulations still apply.
