Woods Lake Park

Woods Lake Park is situated on 6.47 acres in the heart of Kalamazoo, near the Oakland/Winchell and Oakwood Neighborhoods. The park is perfect for a fun summer outing, with a sandy beach, picnic pavilion (with six picnic tables), restrooms, and a playground. There's also a nice walking path along the lake. Accessible parking is available in the lower parking lot.

Fishing is allowed at both Woods Lake Park and Lake/Kensington Park, with the exception of the beach area. The docks at both parks provide a great spot to fish!

The picnic shelter at Woods Lake Park is available to rent for gatherings and events. It's great for gatherings of 30-40 guests, and electricity and restrooms are available. The cost is $175 for four hours along with a $50 refundable deposit.

Reserve Park Space

From the turn of the century into the 1920’s, Woods Lake Park was the site of Oakwood Park, a popular amusement park. Oakwood Park included a roller coaster and a ballroom, among other attractions at the beach. The Street Railway at the time ran a special track on Oakland Drive (called Asylum Drive then) to accommodate patrons of the beach. The land for Woods Lake Park was acquired from various landowners in 1948 and dedicated in October 1981.

Location

2900 Oakland Drive, Kalamazoo 49008  View Map

42.26258109983541, -85.61237553847121

2900 Oakland Drive , Kalamazoo 49008

2900 Oakland Drive , Kalamazoo 49008

Woods Lake Park