Rush Lake State Game Area Explained

Rush Lake State Game Area
Map:Michigan
Map Width:250
Relief:yes
Location:Lake Township
Huron County, Michigan
Nearest City:Caseville, Michigan
Coordinates:43.9703°N -83.17°W
Area:2166acres[1]
Named For:Rush Lake
Governing Body:Michigan Department of Natural Resources
Website:Official website

Rush Lake State Game Area is located in Lake Township, Huron County, Michigan. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the Michigan DNR Wildlife Division.[2] The area is 2,102 acres in size and is being managed for the following featured species; eastern wild turkey, mallard, and common pheasant. The preserve can be transversed by an unimproved access called "Sand Road". Sand Road is considered an ancient First Nation trail that transverses the area along the dunes of the shore. Currently Sand Road runs from Caseville, Michigan to Port Austin, Michigan. The Rush Lake State Game area is known by locals for hunting and target shooting.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Michigan Department of Natural Resources. State Wildlife/Game Areas (list). 2019. Michigan Department of Natural Resources. July 19, 2019.
  2. Michigan Department of Natural Resources