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Visit the South Bayou Park on Hamlin Lake

This small park lies on the southeast side of Hamlin Lake and features access to a boat launch, grills, swings, and docks. A beautiful spot to take in a Hamlin Lake sunrise, several benches and picnic tables are available for visitors as well.

Other amenities include a public restroom and small playground area. 

The park features swings, grills and benches on a small playground area. | Advantage Marketing Photo

Directions

Drive west on Ludington Avenue until you reach Stearns Park Beach. Take a right on North Lakeshore Drive until you reach @ the Y Country Store. Take a right at the fork in the road and continue on Lakeshore Drive until you reach South Bayou Park on the right side, across the street from Waterside Resort. 

Experience Hamlin Lake

Hamlin Lake is a beautiful 5,000 acre water paradise just north of Ludington in West Michigan! Read the stories below or go to the Hamlin Lake destination page.

Long Skinny Park is located on Lower Hamlin Lake between the South and Middle bayous. Perfect for fishing or taking in the view.

Enjoy this small, relaxing park as an easy place to place your boat in the water or throw a line out to catch some pan fish for dinner.

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