Paris Park
Paris Park is currently closed for the season. Visitors may continue to utilize the main parking area to access the White Pine Trail, Playground, or front Fishponds, however access to the rear ponds or Eiffel Tower is currently closed. We are currently accepting reservations for seasonal campers. Monthly reservations or pavilion reservations begin January 3rd at Noon. Nightly camping or cabin reservations will begin February 1st at 4:00 pm.
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LOCATION ADDRESS:
22090 Northland Dr. Paris, MI 49338 Phone: 231-796-3420 ParisPark@MecostaCountyParks.com |
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Paris Park was Michigan’s second fish-rearing facility when it opened in 1881. This area was selected because of its abundant sources of water and excellent railroad connections, and was a major supplier of salmon and brown trout fingerlings for stocking lakes and rivers. Milk cans painted a distinctive red were shipped throughout the state in railroad baggage cars from 1913 until 1938, when hatchery transport trucks were developed. It continued to operate until 1964, when it was closed by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The Park Commission acquired it in 1973, refurbished the grounds as a park and opened it in July 1976. Inside the hatchery building is a pictorial history of the site. You can still see (and feed) the trout swimming in the ponds. The old railroad line has become the White Pine Trail and it runs adjacent to the Park. Paris Park is nestled under a broadleaf canopy of trees. Shaded picnic areas surround the trout ponds. Enjoy kayaking and canoeing from our launch site on the Muskegon River.
Amenities
Playgrounds Fishing Wooded Trails Picnic Areas Group Camping Sand volleyball Basketball Horseshoes Cabins - For cabin information Click Here. White Pine Trail Access - For trail information Click Here. Canoe/Kayak/Tube Launch Historic Fish Hatchery Eiffel Tower Trout Ponds Tube Rentals and Transportation |
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Accommodations
Paris Park offers 66 campsites, two group campsites and three cabins. There are two modern toilet buildings in the park with flush toilets and showers. All campsites have electrical hook-up and a water outlet. 20 campsites include septic hook-up. Each campsite contains a picnic table and fire pit. Vehicle Permits are required for entrance in addition to camping fees. Pet Policy Pets are allowed at Paris Park. Park Rules and Regulations Click here for a complete listing of park rules and regulations |
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Seasonal Sites
Paris Park offers the opportunity to rent any of our campsites on a seasonal basis!
If you are interested in becoming a seasonal camper, information can be obtained at the park office during the camping season or by calling the parks administration office at 231-832-3246 during the off season.
Paris Park offers the opportunity to rent any of our campsites on a seasonal basis!
If you are interested in becoming a seasonal camper, information can be obtained at the park office during the camping season or by calling the parks administration office at 231-832-3246 during the off season.
Muskegon River Tubing & Transportation Services
Information on Muskegon River access locations is available here: Muskegon Water Trail Guide
Our services include the following options:
Please note: Children under age 3 are not permitted in the watercraft; children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. A rental agreement/waiver form must be completed by all guests over the age of 18, and by the parent or legal guardian of any guest under 18 years of age. A printable copy of the rental agreement/waiver is available here.
Find out more detailed information by downloading our Paris Park Tubing Brochure.
- All-Inclusive Tubing Experience
Rent a tube including use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) and be transported up river to launch for hours of tubing fun on the Muskegon River, ending at Paris Park.
$10.00/person to Green Township Launch at 23 Mile Road (approximately 3 hour trip)
$15.00/person to Hersey Launch at 4th Street (approximately 6-7 hour trip) - Bring Your Own Tube, Kayak, or Canoe (tubes with bottoms cannot be transported by our trailer)
Transportation services:
$7.00/person to Green Township Launch at 23 Mile Road
$12.00/person to Hersey Launch at 4th Street Reservations are available Thursday - Sunday during the park operating season and may be made through the Paris Park office at 231-796-3420.
Please note: Children under age 3 are not permitted in the watercraft; children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. A rental agreement/waiver form must be completed by all guests over the age of 18, and by the parent or legal guardian of any guest under 18 years of age. A printable copy of the rental agreement/waiver is available here.
Find out more detailed information by downloading our Paris Park Tubing Brochure.
Paris Park Photos
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