Kouw Park picture courtesy of @2goodspies from Instagram.
About Kouw Park
This 3.7-acre park is located along 200 feet of beachfront on Lake Michigan at the end of Van Buren Road. The park features improved facilities including picnic areas, play equipment, restrooms and parking.
The Ottawa County Parks and Recreation Commission was contracted in 2023 to manage the daily operations and management of Kouw Park, including rule enforcement. The property is owned/overseen by Port Sheldon Township.
- Picnic shelter (reservable)
- Swimming beach (NO LIFEGUARDS)
- Picnic area
- Playground
- Scenic Lake Michigan views
- Modern restrooms
- Parking lot
Ottawa County Parks and Recreation is committed to creating a legacy of expansive, accessible, and biodiverse natural communities for all to enjoy. All parks have varying levels of accessibility. At this park you will find:
- Paved parking lot with accessible spaces
- Modern restrooms
- Paved access to picnic shelter
- ADA pathway to Lake Michigan Overlook
Motor Vehicle Permit Required
Motor vehicle parking fees are in effect from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.
Dogs Allowed (on leash - seasonal restrictions)
Dogs are not permitted May 1 through September 30. Dogs are required to be leashed (10’ max) and under control at all times and are not permitted in buildings, restrooms, picnic shelters, off-trail, or as posted. Owners must clean up after their pet and dispose of waste in a trash receptacle. Service dogs for persons with disabilities are permitted in all areas at any time.
Follow Park Rules
All Ottawa County Parks Official Rules are in place.Review Park & Open Space Rules
Features
The Ottawa County Parks and Recreation Commission was contracted in 2023 to manage the daily operations and management of Kouw Park, including rule enforcement. The property is owned/overseen by Port Sheldon Township.
- Picnic shelter (reservable)
- Swimming beach (NO LIFEGUARDS)
- Picnic area
- Playground
- Scenic Lake Michigan views
- Modern restrooms
- Parking lot
Accessibility
Ottawa County Parks and Recreation is committed to creating a legacy of expansive, accessible, and biodiverse natural communities for all to enjoy. All parks have varying levels of accessibility. At this park you will find:
- Paved parking lot with accessible spaces
- Modern restrooms
- Paved access to picnic shelter
- ADA pathway to Lake Michigan Overlook
Requirements & Restrictions
Motor Vehicle Permit Required
Motor vehicle parking fees are in effect from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.
Dogs Allowed (on leash - seasonal restrictions)
Dogs are not permitted May 1 through September 30. Dogs are required to be leashed (10’ max) and under control at all times and are not permitted in buildings, restrooms, picnic shelters, off-trail, or as posted. Owners must clean up after their pet and dispose of waste in a trash receptacle. Service dogs for persons with disabilities are permitted in all areas at any time.
Dog Rules & Tips
Follow Park Rules
All Ottawa County Parks Official Rules are in place.
Review Park & Open Space Rules
