Lake Hudson Recreation Area

5505 Morey Highway
Clayton, MI 49235

517-445-2265

Lake Hudson Recreation Area offers premier muskie fishing and game hunting. A new beach area provides an excellent place for sunbathing and swimming. Lake Hudson has been designated a dark sky preserve for observation of the nighttime sky.

Activities:

Fishing: There are excellent fishing opportunities for muskie, walleye, bass, crappie and channel catfish.

Hiking: There are hiking and footpaths located throughout the park.

Hunting: There are opportunities for deer and turkey hunting.There are also opportunities for upland game and waterfowl hunting.

Paddling: Lake Hudson is a no wake lake which is perfect for the paddler. Numerous coves and inlets make exploring the lake by kayak or canoe a great activity.

Swimming: The swimming beach is located on Lake Hudson.

Watchable Wildlife: There are areas that are conducive to observing whitetail deer, waterfowl and bird migrations.

Campgrounds

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Facilities:

Beach: There is a swimming beach located on Lake Hudson.

Boat Launch: A boat launch provides access to the premier fishing and paddling opportunities on this no-wake lake.

Picnic Area: There are picnic tables and grill located in the picnic area near the swimming beach.

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