The Great Outdoors!
The great outdoors!
Highlights of these improvements include a 300' Canopy Walkway that leads to a 60' high Marsh Overlook Tower and a 600' long Marsh Boardwalk that leads to River Viewing and Fishing Platform. Both of these major features are accessible via hard surfaced, barrier free hiking trails. Galien River County Park is a great location for casual hiking with frequent stops to enjoy the views! (Try and early morning or evening for the best wildlife viewing opportunities.) No entry fee.
96 locals recommend
Galien River County Park
17424 Red Arrow HwyHighlights of these improvements include a 300' Canopy Walkway that leads to a 60' high Marsh Overlook Tower and a 600' long Marsh Boardwalk that leads to River Viewing and Fishing Platform. Both of these major features are accessible via hard surfaced, barrier free hiking trails. Galien River County Park is a great location for casual hiking with frequent stops to enjoy the views! (Try and early morning or evening for the best wildlife viewing opportunities.) No entry fee.
The 263-acre Chikaming Township Park and Preserve is located on Warren Woods Road between I-94 and Lakewood Estates. Its natural features are diverse and include uplands, wooded floodplains, 2,800-feet of frontage on the Galien River and a 5.3-acre lake. The park features walking and cross-country ski trails, viewing platforms, a fishing pier, picnic area, a community garden, a new mountain bike trail and restrooms. The Park and Preserve is open from sunrise to sunset.
18 locals recommend
Chikaming Township Park & Preserve
Warren Woods RoadThe 263-acre Chikaming Township Park and Preserve is located on Warren Woods Road between I-94 and Lakewood Estates. Its natural features are diverse and include uplands, wooded floodplains, 2,800-feet of frontage on the Galien River and a 5.3-acre lake. The park features walking and cross-country ski trails, viewing platforms, a fishing pier, picnic area, a community garden, a new mountain bike trail and restrooms. The Park and Preserve is open from sunrise to sunset.
Offers 1,952 acres of recreation area. Dune formations rise 240 feet above the lake with 3 miles of Lake Michigan beaches, six miles of hiking trails and is open year-round. Available for winter sports. Walking pedestrian paths available (no bikes allowed). Concessions open from Memorial Day thru Labor Day. Pet-friendly shoreline.
289 locals recommend
Warren Dunes State Park
12032 Red Arrow HwyOffers 1,952 acres of recreation area. Dune formations rise 240 feet above the lake with 3 miles of Lake Michigan beaches, six miles of hiking trails and is open year-round. Available for winter sports. Walking pedestrian paths available (no bikes allowed). Concessions open from Memorial Day thru Labor Day. Pet-friendly shoreline.
Between Warren Woods Road and W. Elm Valley Road. A favorite site for hikers and naturalists, the virgin beech-maple forest is the last of its type known in Michigan. There are outstanding individual trees of several species, including many greater than five feet in diameter and more than 125 feet in height. Spectacular displays of wildflowers are best viewed in April and early May. Naturalists will also appreciate the wide variety of plants and wild flowers that grow in the woods.
51 locals recommend
Warren Woods State Park
Elm Valley RoadBetween Warren Woods Road and W. Elm Valley Road. A favorite site for hikers and naturalists, the virgin beech-maple forest is the last of its type known in Michigan. There are outstanding individual trees of several species, including many greater than five feet in diameter and more than 125 feet in height. Spectacular displays of wildflowers are best viewed in April and early May. Naturalists will also appreciate the wide variety of plants and wild flowers that grow in the woods.
Lifeguards on duty Memorial Day – Labor Day 10 am – 6 pm. Warning flags indicate lake conditions. Designated swim area. Sand-wheelchair is available at snack bar. Pavilion, restrooms, picnic tables, grills, playground and benches. Food, drink and fun can be had at the New Buffalo Beach Club. Parking fee. Sunrises and sunsets are free.
54 locals recommend
New Buffalo Beach & Boat Ramp
200 Marquette DrLifeguards on duty Memorial Day – Labor Day 10 am – 6 pm. Warning flags indicate lake conditions. Designated swim area. Sand-wheelchair is available at snack bar. Pavilion, restrooms, picnic tables, grills, playground and benches. Food, drink and fun can be had at the New Buffalo Beach Club. Parking fee. Sunrises and sunsets are free.
Whether by land or by sea, HCA's creates a unique experience for their guests that satisfy their taste for adventure. Take a thrill ride on a Sea Rocket, the only high-speed touring boat of its kind in the state. Learn fun facts about the region, the surrounding towns, and maritime history while sailing the high seas on The Emita II. Drink in the sights on their Stem & Stein tour while visiting area wineries, breweries and distilleries. See true artisans at work and sample flights of locally-crafted wine, beer and spirits. Enjoy lunch at a hide-away destination.
10 locals recommend
Harbor Country Adventures
35 S Whittaker StWhether by land or by sea, HCA's creates a unique experience for their guests that satisfy their taste for adventure. Take a thrill ride on a Sea Rocket, the only high-speed touring boat of its kind in the state. Learn fun facts about the region, the surrounding towns, and maritime history while sailing the high seas on The Emita II. Drink in the sights on their Stem & Stein tour while visiting area wineries, breweries and distilleries. See true artisans at work and sample flights of locally-crafted wine, beer and spirits. Enjoy lunch at a hide-away destination.