Van Buren State Park (Michigan) Explained

Van Buren State Park
Iucn Category:III
Iucn Ref:[1]
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Map:USA Michigan#USA
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Location:Van Buren County, Michigan, United States
Nearest City:South Haven, Michigan
Coordinates:42.3478°N -86.3008°W
Designation:Michigan state park
Established:1966
Administrator:Michigan Department of Natural Resources
Website:Van Buren State Park

Van Buren State Park is a 400acres state park on Lake Michigan 4miles south of South Haven, Michigan, United States. The park, which is maintained and operated by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, is located in the southwest corner of South Haven Township and the northwest corner of Covert Township, just north of the Palisades Nuclear Power Plant. The Van Buren County–owned North Point Conservation Area is located directly north of the park. The park has forested sand dunes, camping, and a swimming beach.

History

Van Buren was established in 1966 after purchase of the park's first from the Harry LaBar Drake family in 1965. Two subsequent land purchases further expanded the park's boundaries.

Activities and amenities

The park offers swimming, picnicking, playground, and a 220-site campground.

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Van Buren State Park. IUCN. May 7, 2020.