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Activities (Display as List)

Alcohol Restrictions Item is accessible.
Alcohol Restrictions: You may not possess or consume an alcoholic beverage at any time in the park (unless the park manager has granted written authorization through an event permit).
Biking Item is accessible.
Biking: Lakeshore Trail, a 20-mile paved route, runs parallel to Lakeshore Drive and Grand Haven State Park to Holland State Park on one continuous route.
Boat Rental Item is accessible.
Boat Rental: The Macatawa Boat House, located across from the Lake Macatawa Campground, offers stand-up paddle board, canoe and kayak rentals. For more information, visit MacBoathouse.com.
Fishing Item is accessible.
Fishing: Fishing is popular along the channel walkway on Lake Michigan and along the Ottawa County’s boardwalk on Lake Macatawa.
Hiking Item is accessible.
Hiking
Metal Detecting Item is accessible.
Metal Detecting: Metal detecting is recognized as a legitimate recreation activity when it is conducted in ways that do not damage natural and cultural resources in Michigan state parks nor violate applicable state statutes. This park map clearly shows where this activity is allowed to take place. Any items found must be reviewed by park staff and may be retained for further investigation. Areas located within the campground are limited to registered campers only.
Nature Programs Item is accessible.
Nature Programs: Seasonal naturalists offer weekly nature-based nature programming Memorial Day through Labor Day. View weekly programming calendar (PDF).
Paddlesports Item is accessible.
Paddlesports: Paddling is a popular activity on Lake Macatawa and on Lake Michigan when the conditions are right. The Macatawa Boat House, located across from the Lake Macatawa Campground, offers stand-up paddle board, canoe and kayak rentals. For more information, visit MacBoathouse.com.
Pet-Friendly Area Item is accessible.
Pet-Friendly Area: Pets are allowed in the designated dog beach along Lake Macatawa. Pets must always be on a 6-foot leash and under an owner’s immediate control. All pet waste must be properly disposed of in trash receptacles.
Snowshoeing Item is accessible.
Snowshoeing
Swimming Item is accessible.
Swimming:

Designated swim areas are located in the Lake Michigan and Lake Macatawa day-use areas. There is an accessible walkway to the water and two beach wheelchairs available to use on Lake Michigan.

Please be mindful of Great Lakes beach safety. Pay attention to the beach flag warning system in designated swim areas; red flags indicate the water is unsafe and no one should swim in or enter the water. DO NOT swim near or jump off the pier or navigational channel walls, and pay attention to changing conditions.

Facilities (Display as List)

Beach House Item is accessible.
Beach House: There is a beach house in the Lake Michigan day-use area, which includes restrooms, food concessions, vending machines and changing courts.
Boat Launch Item is accessible.
Boat Launch: There are no boating access sites in the park; however, the Lake Macatawa boating access site is located 1 mile toward Holland on Ottawa Beach Road.
Cabins & Lodges Item is accessible.
Cabins & Lodges
Concession/ Store Item is accessible.
Concession/ Store: Beachplace, located in the beach house in the Lake Michigan day-use area, offers food, ice cream, beach supplies and more.
Fish Cleaning Station Item is accessible.
Fish Cleaning Station: A boat launch with a fish cleaning station is located 1 mile east of the park.
Lighthouse Item is accessible.
Lighthouse: The iconic "Big Red" lighthouse can be seen from the park and is located outside of the park across the channel.
Modern Restrooms Item is accessible.
Modern Restrooms
Picnic Area Item is accessible.
Picnic Area: Picnic areas are in both the Lake Michigan and Lake Macatawa day-use areas and include picnic tables and charcoal grills that are available first come, first served.
Picnic Shelter Item is accessible.
Picnic Shelter: There is a picnic shelter located in the beach house in the Lake Michigan day-use area that includes picnic tables, charcoal grills and electrical service (reservations only). Shelter reservations can be made 12 months in advance at MiDNRReservations.com.
Playground Item is accessible.
Playground: An accessible playground in the Lake Michigan day-use area features slides, spinners and other interactive features. It all sits on a rubberized surface that makes access easier for those of all mobility levels.
Sanitation Station Item is accessible.
Sanitation Station: There is a sanitation station located in Lake Macatawa Camground. There is potable water available and two lanes.
Some Campsites with 50 amp Service Item is accessible.
Some Campsites with 50 amp Service
Vault Toilet Item is accessible.
Vault Toilet
Water Access Item is accessible.
Water Access:

Enjoy a quarter-mile of sandy shoreline stretching along Lake Michigan and nearly a quarter-mile on Lake Macatawa.

Please be mindful of Great Lakes beach safety. Pay attention to the beach flag warning system in designated swim areas; red flags indicate the water is unsafe and no one should swim in or enter the water. DO NOT swim near or jump off the pier or navigational channel walls, and pay attention to changing conditions.