Parks & Beaches (#17

Sportsman’s Park 17

Location: 85 Bridge St. More info: 231-536-3381

Located downtown where Lake Charlevoix and the Jordan River meet. Home of E.J.&S.R.R. Engine #6. Perfect for viewing waterfowl and wildlife including bald eagles and osprey. Several fishing piers for rainbow and brown trout; in autumn, view the spawning Chinook salmon. Also home of the Jordan River Watershed Center and the Friends of the Jordan. Normally the site of the East Jordan Garden Club Farmer’s Market, but not this year due to Park renovations. (See EJ Tourist Park next page.)

East Jordan City Marina

Location: 101 Spring St. More info: 231-536-2166 or 231-536-2561 (off season)

Located only one block off Main Street, the Municipal Harbor is within walking distance to local restaurants and friendly shops. Open May 15 - October 15, the Municipal Harbor offers 27 seasonal boat slips, 27 transient boat slips, shopping docks, full-service gasoline, pump-out station, ice and restrooms. Shower facilities are available for seasonal and transient slip holders.

Memorial Park & Band Shell

Location: 101 Spring St.

Memorial Park is the land entry to our beautiful Harbor. It’s a lovely place to enjoy a picnic or to just relax while watching birds, boats and fishing action. In 2005, a bandshell was constructed in the park which has live entertainment most weekends throughout the summer. There are picnic tables, grills and public restrooms within the park.

Also, in Ellsworth, visit Ellsworth Community Park & Ellsworth River Park. In Atwood, visit Antrim Creek Natural Area & Banks Township Park.

East Jordan Rotary Skate Park

Location: State St.

This 1.5 acre skatepark includes a HMA skatepad, half-pipe, quarter-pipe, multiple grind rails, and multipurpose ramp. ALSO... 4 Pickle Ball courts! Open to the public, spring through fall.

Location: 215 N. Lake St. More info: 231-536-2561

On the shores of Lake Charlevoix. Campsites range from full hook-ups to partial hook-ups, 3 modern cabins and 12 tent campsites. Wi-Fi is available throughout the campground. Daily, monthly, and seasonal rates are all available. Open April-October. The park has a beautiful beach, sports fields, tennis & basketball courts, playground, pavilion, boat dock rentals and a log building for party rental. Winter ice skating rink. And this year only, the site of the East Jordan Garden Club Farmer’s Market May through September, Thursdays 10am - 2pm.

East Jordan City Boat Launch

Location: Dickens Drive behind Loveday Field & Basketball Courts Two lane ramp with a 30 ft. dock. Parking area with prelaunch prep lanes. Two tie-down areas. Drop box for daily launch fees. Season passes available at City Hall.

East Jordan Community Park

Location: 805 Maple St. More info: 231-536-3381

This 40-acre state-of-the-art recreation facility includes: • 3 Soccer fields with irrigation • 4 Regulation baseball/softball diamonds with irrigation and fencing • Lighted 250-car paved and gravel parking area • Renovated Concession / Restroom / Pressbox building • Disc Golf course • Hiking trails; Playground • Groomed cross-country ski and snowshoe trails

Elm Pointe

Location: 1656 S. M-66 Hwy. More info: 231-536-3381

An 11-acre park with frontage on the South Arm of Lake Charlevoix.

Park, Beach & Picnic Area:

Open May 15 - October 15 ... 10am - 10pm Admission to Park: Free.

Homestead:

Call 231-536-3381 for availability. East Jordan Community Pool Location: 101 Maple St. - EJHMS More info: 231-536-2250

For more info on East Jordan Recreational Parks, visit www.EastJordanCity.org

Lifeguard on Duty; Showers; Locker Rooms; Lap Swimming; Swim School; Private Swim Lessons; Open Swim; Competitive Swimming; Pool Rental.