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Access Site MI

Cold Brook County Park

Portage Lake

Source: michigan_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Climax, MI
County: Kalamazoo County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.25419785, -85.34860522
7M32+MH Climax, MI, USA
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Augusta Creek near Augusta, MI 4.3 mi away
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Kalamazoo River at Comstock, MI 5.4 mi away
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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.