Bath Township Park Lake Beach
Bath Township, Michigan · on Park Lake · Park Lake Beach
Verified · 4 independent sources · top-verified
- WATER
- lake
- ACCESS
- Designated swim area
- FEE
- Free
- SEASON
- Varies by conditions
About Bath Township Park Lake Beach
Park Lake Beach is a small township-owned park and swimming hole on the north shore of Park Lake in Bath Township, Michigan, about 2 miles from the town of Bath. Park Lake makes for a convenient lake to swim in, with an official designated swimming area on a sandy beach alongside a pavilion, picnic area, and fishing dock.
The beach sits on the north shore of Park Lake, a small inland lake in Clinton County, with the Park Lake Creamery ice cream and chocolate shop located immediately adjacent to the park.
Swimming at Bath Township Park Lake Beach
The swimming area is a sandy beach with a township-defined swim zone; a local family-activities guide describes the water as shallow near shore, making it well suited to young children and families rather than deep-water or long-distance swimming.
How to get to this swimming hole
Located at 6244 Park Lake Road (address range 6064-6274 Park Lake Rd), Bath, MI 48808, roughly 2.2 miles from the town of Bath.
Parking: On-site parking for up to 20 vehicles, per the official township park page.
The walk in
No real hike here. The water is a short walk from where you park. Drive-up township beach with an on-site parking lot immediately adjacent to the sand; no hike is needed. No source describes any trail or walk distance beyond stepping from the lot to the beach.
Plan your visit
Bringing kids
Good for kids
Sandy beach with shallow water near shore; a local family-activities guide describes it as ideal for kids to run along the beach or wade in shallow water, with no reported currents, drop-offs, or lifeguard-required hazards found in any source.
Parking
Lot
On-site township lot with capacity for up to 20 vehicles, per the official Bath Charter Township park page. No parking fee is stated on the official page; a local family-activities guide describes the site overall as free, but does not specifically confirm parking is free.
Restrooms
Yes
Porta potty on-site, per the official Bath Charter Township park page.
On the water
No source confirms whether kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, or motorized boats are permitted to launch from this beach, or any no-wake/electric-only rules for Park Lake. The official township page describes the site as a swim beach with a fishing dock but does not mention a boat launch.
Bath Township Park Lake Beach: FAQ
Does Bath Township Park Lake Beach charge a fee?
A local family-activities guide (midmichiganfamilyfun.com) lists the site as free; the official township page does not separately state a fee.
Is Bath Township Park Lake Beach kid friendly?
Sandy beach with shallow water near shore; a local family-activities guide describes it as ideal for kids to run along the beach or wade in shallow water, with no reported currents, drop-offs, or lifeguard-required hazards found in any source.
Do I need to hike to reach Bath Township Park Lake Beach?
No significant hike is required. The swimming area is close to parking and access.
Where do I park for Bath Township Park Lake Beach?
On-site township lot with capacity for up to 20 vehicles, per the official Bath Charter Township park page. No parking fee is stated on the official page; a local family-activities guide describes the site overall as free, but does not specifically confirm parking is free.
What water body is Bath Township Park Lake Beach on?
Bath Township Park Lake Beach is on Park Lake, a natural lake verified in USGS hydrography data.
