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Included here are highlights of land transactions from the third quarter of 2026.
Peake tract
The DNR purchased 40 acres of land in Barry County to be managed as part of the Barry State Game Area. The property is largely wooded upland. Acquisition consolidates DNR-managed public land, improves hunting access, and conserves wildlife corridors. The property was purchased with funds provided by the Land Exchange Facilitation Fund.
Derr tract
The DNR purchased 40 acres of land in Charlevoix County to be managed as part of the Beaver Island State Wildlife Research Area. The property is a mix of deciduous lowland and hemlock and black spruce upland. Acquisition consolidates DNR-managed public land, enhances public recreation, and protects rare species and natural communities. The property was purchased with funds provided by the Land Exchange Facilitation Fund.
Leelanau Township exchange
This exchange was offered by the applicant, Leelanau Township, to resolve a trespass on DNR-managed land. The Township received 15.32 acres of land to consolidate ownership of the runway area at Woolsey Airport in exchange for 14.41 acres of land along Mud Lake. The acquired land adds public water access for water-based recreation and will be managed as part of the Leelanau State Park.
Lyme Great Lakes exchange
This was an exchange of 120 acres for 120 acres of land with Lyme Great Lakes Timberlands, LLC in Delta and Marquette County. The exchange consolidated DNR-managed public lands and provides opportunities for sustainable forest management. The land acquired in Marquette County is being managed as part of the Gwinn Management Unit and the land acquired in Delta County is being managed as part of the Escanaba Management Unit.
Richardson/Standish Field Office exchange
This was a three-way exchange between the DNR and two private parties. Standish Development Corporation offered a total of 3.9 acres of land that is improved with an approximately 11,880 square foot, Class D type industrial flex building. The desired land has been used as the Standish Field Office and is located next to the applicant's car dealership on three sides. The exchange resulted in a better location for the Standish Field Office and provides storage for fire equipment.
Bandish exchange
This exchange was offered by the applicant to resolve a trespass on DNR-managed land. The applicant offered 3 acres in exchange for 1 acre. The acquired land is being managed as part of the Gaylord Forest Management Unit.