Hemlock Crossing / Pine Bend

Hemlock Crossing opened in 2003 and offers 239 acres of woods and wetlands along the Pigeon River. Over 6 miles of trails for hiking and cross country skiing meander through bottomland and upland forest, old pine plantations and along the river. A pedestrian bridge and numerous overlooks offer scenic views of the river corridor, wetlands, natural springs and woods. Facilities include two small picnic shelters, a kayak/canoe launch and over a mile of paved trail.

Pine Bend is a secondary access on the west end of the property that offers parking and a trail head. Pine Bend is also the site of the Weaver House, a restored 1901 home that is available for reservation for business meetings, family outings and other activities. There are no entry fees at Hemlock Crossing or Pine Bend and both are open year ‘round.

Facilities

Kayak/canoe launch
Unique pedestrian bridge
Many scenic overlooks along the trails
Two small picnic shelters with tables and grills
Weaver House (reservable)
Historic interpretation at Pine Bend
Modern restrooms open warm months at Hemlock Crossing. Pit toilets available year 'round at Hemlock Crossing and Pine Bend
Hiking and ungroomed cross country ski trails

* Barrier free facilities include picnic shelters, restrooms, kayak launch and a one mile paved trail through woods and fields.

Park Hours

Hemlock Crossing and Pine Bend are open year 'round at the following times.

April 1 through October 31 - 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

November 1 through March 31 - 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Fees

There are no entry fees.

Directions

Hemlock Crossing is located in Port Sheldon Township just west of US 31 on West Olive Road.

If traveling northbound on US 31 from Holland, follow signs from Port Sheldon Street.

If traveling southbound on US 31 from Grand Haven, follow signs from West Olive Road.

Pine Bend can be reached by traveling west on Croswell Street from US 31 to 156th Avenue. Turn south on 156th Avenue and follow the signs to the Pine Bend entrance.

Interactive Aerial Map for Hemlock Crossing / Pine Bend