Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Snowmobile trail permit fees in Michigan are rising from $52 to $65 to help maintain more than 6,300 miles of trails.

Picture this: you're out in the Upper Peninsula, enjoying nature, when you spot a black bear. What should you do next?

Michigan fishing season opens April 25 for trout, walleye, and pike.

Michigan has 18 snake species, but only one is venomous.

These Michigan trails earned special recognition for scenic views and recreation.

Invasive silver carp, known as flying fish, could threaten Michigan’s Great Lakes.

Most wildfires in Michigan are human-caused, making burn checks critical.

The 2026 turkey season brings updated reporting requirements for Michigan hunters.

Michigan expanded spearfishing access in 2026, opening more Great Lakes waters.

Dead fish appearing in Michigan lakes this spring are likely caused by winterkill.