Van Buren State Park (Michigan)

Van Buren State Park is a 400-acre (160 ha) state park on Lake Michigan four miles (6.4 km) south of South Haven, Michigan, United States.[4] 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.[4]

For the Ohio State Park, see Van Buren State Park (Ohio).
Van Buren State Park
IUCN category III (natural monument or feature)[1]
Park sand dunes snow-covered in winter
Location in Michigan
LocationVan Buren County, Michigan, United States
Nearest citySouth Haven, Michigan
Coordinates42°20′52″N 86°18′03″W[2]
Area400 acres (160 ha)
Elevation646 feet (197 m) [2]
DesignationMichigan state park
Established1966[3]
AdministratorMichigan Department of Natural Resources
WebsiteVan Buren State Park

History

Van Buren was established in 1966[3] after purchase of the park's first 167 acres (68 ha) from the Harry LaBar Drake family in 1965. Two subsequent land purchases further expanded the park's boundaries.[4]

Activities and amenities

The park offers swimming, picnicking, playground, and a 220-site campground.[4]

References
  1. "Van Buren State Park". IUCN. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  2. "Van Buren State Park". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey.
  3. "When were Michigan state parks and recreation areas established?" (PDF). Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  4. "Van Buren State Park". Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved June 27, 2018.
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