Port Sheldon Natural Area | Ottawa County, MI
Ottawa County
, Michigan

Port Sheldon Natural Area

Visitor Info

There are no entry fees. The parking area is not plowed in the winter.

About Port Sheldon Natural Area

Port Sheldon Natural area is 440 acres including gently rolling terrain, woods, wildlife ponds and Ten Hagen Creek. There are no restroom facilities.

  • Small parking area and information kiosk
  • Off-trail hiking and cross-country skiing
  • Archery deer hunting. More information

Open Spaces have fewer amenities and less restricted rules than parks. Many do not have designated trails and at properties where trails do exist, they are natural surface and are not signed as extensively as Parks. This Open Space does not have any features or amenities deemed accessible or that meet ADA compliance.

Motor Vehicle Permit Not Required

There are no entry or launch fees.

Dogs Allowed (off leash)

Dogs are allowed off-leash, year-round in Open Space Lands. Carry a leash with you and maintain voice control of your dog. Owners must clean up after their pet and dispose of waste in a trash receptacle. Please be aware that hunting (both gun and archery) is allowed at some Open Space Lands; be mindful of the season when visiting with your pet.

Dog Rules & Tips

 

Follow Park Rules

All Ottawa County Parks Official Rules are in place.

Review Park & Open Space Rules

Features

  • Small parking area and information kiosk
  • Off-trail hiking and cross-country skiing
  • Archery deer hunting. More information

Accessibility

Open Spaces have fewer amenities and less restricted rules than parks. Many do not have designated trails and at properties where trails do exist, they are natural surface and are not signed as extensively as Parks. This Open Space does not have any features or amenities deemed accessible or that meet ADA compliance.

Requirements & Restrictions

Motor Vehicle Permit Not Required

There are no entry or launch fees.

Dogs Allowed (off leash)

Dogs are allowed off-leash, year-round in Open Space Lands. Carry a leash with you and maintain voice control of your dog. Owners must clean up after their pet and dispose of waste in a trash receptacle. Please be aware that hunting (both gun and archery) is allowed at some Open Space Lands; be mindful of the season when visiting with your pet.
Dog Rules & Tips

Follow Park Rules

All Ottawa County Parks Official Rules are in place.
Review Park & Open Space Rules