| William C. Sterling State Park | |
|---|---|
 Pedestrian bridge over lagoon | |
  Location in Michigan  Sterling State Park (the United States) | |
| Location | Frenchtown Charter Township, Monroe County, Michigan, United States |
| Nearest city | Monroe, Michigan |
| Coordinates | 41°54′56″N 83°20′01″W / 41.91556°N 83.33361°W |
| Area | 1,300 acres (530 ha) |
| Elevation | 591 feet (180 m) |
| Established | 1935[1] |
| Administered by | Michigan Department of Natural Resources |
| Designation | Michigan state park |
| Website | Official website  |
William C. Sterling State Park is a public recreation area located in Frenchtown Charter Township with a small portion lying within the city limits of Monroe, Michigan. It is the only Michigan state park located on Lake Erie. The park encompasses 1,300 acres (530 ha) of mostly man-made lagoons and beachfront near the mouth of Sandy Creek. The main attractions at the park include a 256-site campground, beach area, boat launch, and shore fishing lagoons. There are over seven miles (11 km) of biking and hiking trails within the park.[2]