Located on the shores of Gourdneck and Hogsett Lakes the park offers a premier swimming beach and a pristine natural setting. Prairie View has 5 picnic shelters that are a perfect setting for any gathering.

Features

• 210 Acres
• Hogsett & Gourdneck Lakes
• Swimming Beach
• Dog Park
• Boat Ramp (Fishing Boats Only)
• Picnic Shelters For Group Outings
• Beach House Rentals
• Row Boat Rentals
• Picnic Shelters
• Playgrounds
• Soccer Field
• Fishing & Ice Fishing
• Hiking Trails
• Volleyball
• Softball Fields
• Cross-Country Skiing
• Sledding Hill & Warming Shelter

Dog Park

Prairie View Dog Park opened in the spring of 2010 and features 7 acres of fenced park area for dogs to exercise and socialize off-leash. The park has a grass area with plenty of shade trees and a wooded section with a walking trail. Plus there is a special area for dogs under 25 lbs. Access to the dog park requires either payment of the daily vehicle entrance fee or an annual park pass.

Picnic Shelters

Prairie View County Park is the perfect location for a family gathering, company picnic, school outing, or group picnic. Picnic shelters feature grills, electricity, water and clean modern restrooms at or near the shelters. For a list of available shelters, along with descriptions and fees, please visit our Picnic Shelters page.

Picnic shelter reservations can be reserved starting on the first business day of January. To make a reservation, call (269) 383-8778. Payment is due at the time of reservation with a credit or debit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard & Discover.

Beach House

The Beach House is available for rentals during spring & fall seasons and can accommodate up to 40 people. With the scenic view overlooking Hogsett Lake and the fireplace to keep you warm, this is the perfect location for a family activity, business meeting, or other group outings.

The park is named for the 100+ year old oak trees that stretch along the shore of Morrow Lake. River Oaks County Park features one of Southwest Michigan's premier soccer facilities with 20 fields that regularly host youth leagues, adult leagues, and regional tournaments.

Features

• 330 Acres
• 20 Soccer Fields
• Morrow Lake (Kalamazoo River)
• Boat Ramp
• Group Picnics & Outings
• Picnic Shelters
• Playgrounds
• Fishing
• Hiking Trails
• Volleyball
• Cross-Country Skiing
• Softball Fields

Soccer Fields

River Oaks offers a beautiful facility that features 20 soccer fields ranging in sizes full, mid and junior. The fields are available for game, league, practice, and tournament rentals. Improvements to the complex were completed in 2005 and include new fields, 650 paved parking spaces, restroom facilities, and a concession stand. See a detailed map of the complex.

This facility is home to AYSO Region 212, River Oaks Soccer Club, Kingdom Soccer and Gull Lake Women's League. Several Tournaments are held at the complex annually.

For information on field availability, rental costs, or to schedule a tournament please call (269) 383-8778 or contact the parks director.

Picnic Shelters

River Oaks County Park is the perfect location for a family gathering, company picnic, school outing, or group picnic. Picnic shelters feature grills, electricity, water and clean modern restrooms at or near the shelters. For a list of available shelters, along with descriptions and fees, please visit our Picnic Shelters page.

Picnic shelter reservations can be reserved starting on the first business day of January. To make a reservation, call (269) 383-8778. Payment is due at the time of reservation with a credit or debit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard & Discover.

Wenke Softball Fields

Comstock Township and Kalamazoo County partnered with local donors to construct the Wenke Softball Complex. The four fields are maintained and operated by Comstock Township Parks. For league or field information, contact Comstock Township Parks at (269) 343-8212.

Model Airplane Field

The Kalamazoo Thunderbirds RC Club operates the River Oaks model airplane field. For membership and field information, contact 269-823-4044.

Scotts Mill County Park was acquired by the County in 1973 and was opened to the public in 1976 as Kalamazoo County's official Bi-Centennial Project. Scotts Mill County Park offers visitors the opportunity to step back in time and experience a unique pieces of agricultural and natural history.

Features

• 110 Acres
• Historic 1870's Water Wheel Powered Mill
• Weddings
• Group Picnics & Outings
• Picnic Shelter
• Playground
• Fishing
• Hiking Trails

Weddings

Scotts Mill is proud to offer one of the best outdoor wedding spots in the County! The historic mill, waterwheel, and natural landscape are the perfect backdrop for a beautiful wedding. The wedding package includes the picturesque wedding site beside the historic mill, electricity as needed, the shelter and all vehicle entrance fees. For more information or reservations call (269) 383-8778.

Picnic Shelter

Scotts Mill County Park is the perfect location for a family gathering, company picnic, school outing, or group picnic. The Picnic shelter features a grill, electricity, water and clean modern restrooms near the shelter. For a list of available shelters, along with descriptions and fees, please visit our Picnic Shelters page.

Picnic shelter reservations can be reserved starting on the first business day of January. To make a reservation, call (269) 383-8778. Payment is due at the time of reservation with a credit or debit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard & Discover.

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