Galien River County Park

Galien River County Park Information and highlights about Galien River County Park located in New Buffalo, Michigan. HOURS:
Galien River County Park is open daily, from dawn until dusk.

In 2001, the Berrien County Parks Commission acquired 86 acres in New Buffalo Township to establish the Galien River County Park. This undeveloped property included a mix of upland and wetland habitats along the Galien River. The wetland area is particularly significant in that it is a part of the larger "New Buffalo Marsh," a Great Lakes marsh that formed along the Galien River just upstream from

the river's mouth at Lake Michigan. With the generous assistance of the Pokagon Fund and the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund, Phase 1 improvements were completed in 2014 and the park is now open to the public. Highlights of these improvements include a 300' Canopy Walkway that leads to a 60' high Marsh Overlook Tower and a 600' long Marsh Boardwalk that leads to River Viewing and Fishing Platform. Both of these major features are accessible via hard surfaced, barrier free hiking trails. Galien River County Park is a great location for casual hiking with frequent stops to enjoy the views! (Try and early morning or evening for the best wildlife viewing opportunities.) The Park will be closed in the winter months due to safety issues with snow and ice. FEES:
There is no entry fee. AMENITIES:
Marsh Overlook Platform; Canopy Walkway; River Viewing and Fishing Platform; and the Marsh Boardwalk. PARK RULES:
Please note: No dogs or pets are allowed at Galien River County Park. See a full list of rules by clicking on the website tab above. Phone Extension: 8435

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06/23/2026

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The Berrien County Parks Summer Newsletter is here! Check it out.
06/11/2026

The Berrien County Parks Summer Newsletter is here! Check it out.

Welcome the summertime with Berrien County Parks!
Check out this year's line-up of events and outdoor activities in the new Summer Newsletter https://www.berriencounty.org/DocumentCenter/View/23876/2026-Summer-Parks-Newsletter-PDF?bidId=

Events at Love Creek Nature Center & County Park
🦋 Monarch Festival
📸 Photography in Nature Walk
📖 Nature Journaling Walk
🤲 Stewardship Days
🌊 The Creation of the Great Lakes
🚴 LoveBikeTober Fest

Events at Madeline Bertrand County Park
🥏 Disc Golf Derby!

Activities at Silver Beach County Park
🏊‍♀️ Swimming
🍦 Concessions at Wally & Gertz
🍔 Picnic Areas and Grills
🚣‍♂️ Kayak and Paddleboard Rentals
🎣 Fishing on the South Pier
🏐 Volleyball Courts
🤸 Playground (Accessible-friendly!)

Activities at Galien River County Park
🚶 Walk on the nature trails & marsh boardwalks
🌳 Canopy Walkway and Marsh Overlook Platform
🎣 Fishing Platform

Community Recycling Events!
♻️ September 12, 2026, at Silver Beach County Park
♻️ October 3, 2026, at Southeast Berrien County Landfill Recycle Center

Galien River County Park remains closed at this time for repairs. 🚧🦺
04/02/2026

Galien River County Park remains closed at this time for repairs. 🚧🦺

Happy New Year! 💙If exercising and being more active is your New Years' Resolution, consider utilizing your local parks!...
01/01/2026

Happy New Year! 💙

If exercising and being more active is your New Years' Resolution, consider utilizing your local parks! Berrien County is filled with multiple amazing parks to explore and enjoy.

For more information 👉 https://bit.ly/32eDdKM

🌳Galien River
🐦Love Creek
🥏Madeline Bertrand
🚣‍♂️Paw Paw River
🌊Rocky Gap
🏖Silver Beach
🏛History Center at Courthouse Square

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12/08/2025

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Address

17424 Red Arrow Highway
New Buffalo, MI
49117

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 10pm
Tuesday 6am - 10pm
Wednesday 6am - 10pm
Thursday 6am - 10pm
Friday 6am - 10pm
Saturday 6am - 10pm
Sunday 6am - 10pm

Telephone

+12699837111

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