Access Site
MI
Cold Brook County Park
City: Climax, MI
County: Kalamazoo County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.25419785, -85.34860522
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Location
Interactive access map
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Augusta Creek near Augusta, MI
4.3 mi away
Kalamazoo River at Comstock, MI
5.4 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Cold Brook County Park offers a dedicated boat ramp providing access to Portage Lake in Climax, Kalamazoo County. The park encompasses 276 acres with three lakes and wetlands, making it a well-developed facility for boaters and paddlers. The ramp is part of a comprehensive county park that supports various water activities including fishing and recreational boating.
In addition to the boat ramp, Cold Brook County Park features amenities that make it a convenient base for a full day on the water. The park includes a campground (29 improved sites and 14 rustic sites), swimming beach, picnic shelters, and other recreational facilities. Paddlers and boaters should note that as a county park facility, it likely has established hours and may charge a day-use or launching fee—contact Kalamazoo County Parks for current information on fees and operating hours before planning your visit.
In addition to the boat ramp, Cold Brook County Park features amenities that make it a convenient base for a full day on the water. The park includes a campground (29 improved sites and 14 rustic sites), swimming beach, picnic shelters, and other recreational facilities. Paddlers and boaters should note that as a county park facility, it likely has established hours and may charge a day-use or launching fee—contact Kalamazoo County Parks for current information on fees and operating hours before planning your visit.