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Ottawa County Parks & Recreation

Connor Bayou

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12945 North Cedar Dr.
Grand Haven, MI 49417

This 142-acre property includes nearly a mile of Grand River frontage and a diversity of natural communities including wetlands, mature mixed hardwood and pine forest, and remnants of prairie plant communities. The site offers outstanding views of the Grand River and expansive wetlands to the north. Visitor facility improvements and renovations to the existing log cabin were completed in 2012.

Park Map - This printable map shows facilities, parking areas, features and trails.

Facilities

  • Woodland Cabin (reservable - call the main office to place a reservation)
  • Paved Parking area
  • Universally accessible walkways
  • Rustic toilet
  • Picnic tables
  • Hiking trails and boardwalks
  • Kayak and canoe launch area
  • River overlook decks
  • Fishing Dock

*All facilities except hiking trails are universally accessible

Fees

There are no entry fees to the park.

Dog Policy

Dogs are permitted at Connor Bayou. From May 1 through September 30, we ask that you take your pet on designated trails only. For the safety and enjoyment of all park guests, pets must be on ten foot leashes and under control. Owners must clean up after their pet and dispose of waste in a trash receptacle. Dogs are not permitted in park buildings, restrooms, picnic shelters, or as posted. Leader dogs for persons with disabilities are permitted in all areas at any time. Recognizing that most dogs enjoy running and playing freely, many Ottawa County Open Space Lands allow dogs year-round off leash.

Directions

Located in Robinson Township, this park can be reached by traveling north on 128th Avenue to N. Cedar Drive. Turn left on N. Cedar (unpaved) to reach the park entrance.

John Scholtz
Department Head

Parks Administration Office

Room 267
12220 Fillmore St.
West Olive, MI 49460
Monday - Friday:
8:00am - 5:00pm
Phone: (616) 738-4810
Fax: (616) 738-4812
In Ottawa County:
(888) 731-1001 ext.4810

General Park Hours*

March 1 - October 15
7:00am - 10:00pm
October 16 - February 28
7:00am - 8:00pm
*Some parks close in winter or have hours that vary. Select each park for specific park hours.