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Parks & Recreation

Benton Harbor Parks & Recreation

There is much to enjoy in the Benton Harbor area. We hope you take time to visit some of our hidden treasures.

The Benton Harbor Parks and Recreation Conservancy is a 501©3 non-profit organization responsible for the overall management and improvement of the parks in the City of Benton Harbor. Parks and Recreation Department, 269-927-8419, Fax 269-927-9646


Armory Community Center

Admission Rate: Free
Pet Policy: No unleashed animals
Season: All Year
Address: 472 Cass St, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Hours: 8:00am-10:00am
Phone: 269-927-8420

Broadway Park

Admission Rate: Free
Address: 200 Paw Paw Avenue Benton Harbor, MI, 49022
Playground, Park, Public, Free
“Broadway Park is home to a playground adventure fit for the youngest explorers. The Weevos® play system welcomes kids ages 2 to 5 for wiggle, wobbly, bouncing, climbing and sliding fun! Even better, this playground was built by volunteers to help build a stronger community.” — (Information from Map of Play)

Union Park

Address: 1250 Union Ave., Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Season: Open All Year
Hours: 8 AM – 10 PM Monday – Sunday
Union Park is a neighborhood park with large areas for sporting events and organized get togethers. Little League games are played on the main baseball diamond, while across the park you can find pick up games of basketball all day long. This park has plenty of room to be creative, have a picnic, and take the kids out of the house for day. We like this park and we hope you do too! Park closes at 10pm. No unleashed animals. No alcohol. Safely dispose of hot coals. Basketball Courts, Ball Diamonds, Picnic Area, Playground Equipment, Open Playfield. — (Information from GoSwm.com)

City Center Park

Admission Rate: Free
Address: Center block of the City of Benton Harbor
Location for many of the city’s events and entertainment.

Jean Klock Park

Admission: There is a charge for each vehicle.
Address: Jean Klock Drive, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Hours: 8 AM – 10 PM Monday – Sunday
Season: Memorial Day – Labor Day
“Lake Michigan swimming, paved parking, boardwalk, volleyball courts, observation tower, pavilion, bathhouse, concession area, playground and picnic shelter for activities.” — (Information from Pure Michigan)
Jean Klock Beach Park has an observation trail, picnicking and swimming facilities. Some of the finest beach access in Michigan can be found at Jean Klock as you walk long stretches of Lake Michigan’s shoreline day or night. Park closes at 10pm. No unleashed animals. No alcohol. Safely dispose of hot coals. — (Information from GoSwm.com)

Pipestone Park

Admission: Free
Address: 501-523 Pipestone St, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
This park is located at the southeast corner of Pipestone St. and E. Britain Ave. in Benton Harbor.
Pet Policy: No unleashed animals
Season: All Year
Hours:8:00am-10:00am, 7 days a week

Morton Park

Admission: FREE
Address: 450 E Main St, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
This park is located off E. Main St. between Cass St. and Paw Paw Ave. in Benton Harbor.
Pet Policy: No unleashed animals
Season: All Year
Hours: 8:00am-10:00am, Daily

Hall Park

Admission: FREE
Address: 426 Cass, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Open all year.
8 AM – 10 PM Monday – Sunday
Hall Park is a good place to take a break as you pass through town. It has several large trees that provide plenty of shade on summer’s hot days. Also has a place to have a picnic, so bring down your ribs from Larks and take a ‘time out’. Bring the children because there are plenty of playground equipment to keep them busy. Have fun. Park closes at 10pm. No unleashed animals. No alcohol. Safely dispose of hot coals. No entrance fees. — (Information from GoSwm.com)

Riverview Park

Address: 700 Riverview Dr., Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Hours: 8 AM – 10 PM Monday – Sunday
Season: Memorial Day – Labor Day
Riverview Drive Park is a great place to launch your boat. It is close to fill up stations on the water, and provides access to the lake in just a few short minutes. Park closes at 10pm. No unleashed animals. No alcohol. Safely dispose of hot coals. — (Information from GoSwm.com)

Seitz Park

Admission: FREE
Address: 888 Pipestone St, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
This park is located in the center of E. Empire Ave, Pipestone St and Union St. in Benton Harbor.
Pet Policy: No unleashed animals
Season: All Year
Hours: 8:00am-10:00pm

Charles Yarbrough Park

Edwards Park

Franks Park

Roosevelt Park

City of Benton Harbor

200 E Wall St
Benton Harbor, MI 49022

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