Fort Custer Recreation Area
Fort Custer State Recreation Area is a 3,033-acre park located between Battle Creek and Kalamazoo. The park features three lakes, the Kalamazoo River, a campground, a swimming beach, boat rentals, more than 25 miles of multi-use trails, paddling and fishing opportunities, second growth forests and remnant areas of prairie. The trail system is popular with mountain bikers, equestrians, hikers and dog sledders. Originally farmland, the area was acquired by the federal government to establish Camp Custer, an induction and military training center for the U.S. Army during WWII. The land was deeded to the State of Michigan under President Nixon's Legacy of Parks in 1971. Due to an underground wiring issue, electrical service is unavailable into the 2023 season on campsites #64, 66, 68, 70, 72, 74, 76, 78, 82 and 84. As a result, rates are reduced to the semi-modern rates. Generators are not permitted due to the proximity of other campsites. (updated 12/14/22)
Address
5163 Fort Custer Dr Augusta, MI 49012
