Grand Haven State Park is a 48-acre park set along a half-mile of sandy Lake Michigan shoreline along the west side of the park and the Grand River - at the mouth of the river - along the north side of the park. The park consists primarily of beach sand and provides scenic views of the Grand Haven pier and two lighthouses.
The park is home to a modern campground, an overnight lodge, a designated swim beach, picnic areas and a beach pavilion. The adjacent boardwalk along the Grand River is a popular fishing destination.
The beach house is on the beach and includes modern restrooms.
There are modern restrooms located in the beach house.
There is an accessible playground in the day-use area. It all sits on a rubberized surface that makes access easier for those of all mobility levels.
A buoyed swim area is set along the park’s entire shoreline. There is an accessible walkway to the water’s edge. There are also multiple beach wheelchairs available to borrow from the campground office.
The park's track chair expands access beyond traditional wheelchairs. The chair is available for visitors to borrow at no cost.
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).
The park’s adjacent pier and boardwalk along the Grand River– at the mouth of the river– on the north side of the park are popular with anglers.
There are two lighthouses visible from the park and located along the pier on the park’s northern boundary. The Grand Haven Lighthouse Conservancy helps with preservation and restoration efforts, among other special projects.
The entire park is open to metal detecting. Please review applicable regulations. Only registered campers can metal detect in campgrounds.
The picnic area is in the day-use area and includes picnic tables and charcoal grills that are available first come, first served. There is a playground adjacent to the picnic tables.
The park’s sanitation station is in the campground. There is potable water available and two lanes.
Enjoy a half-mile of sandy shoreline on Lake Michigan on the west side of the park and the Grand River – at the mouth of the river– along the north side of the park.
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 of the pier and pay attention to changing conditions.
This modern campground is unlike any other in the state park system. The sites are a little closer in proximity and make you feel like you are camping right on the beach. The sites are paved. The designated swim beach and the Grand River are just steps away.
Firepits are not provided, but campers can bring their own portable firepits. They must be at least 6 inches above the sand and fully enclosed with a cover. There are no ground fires allowed, and firepits are not allowed on the asphalt or within 15 feet of any camping unit. *The old-style washtub fire pits are no longer allowed.
Recycling is available.
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While there aren't any upcoming park events listed at this time, you can check out the DNR's calendar of events.
The park also offers weekly nature programs not listed in the online calendar.
