Warren Woods State Park
311-acre nature preserve with majestic maple forest
Southwest Michigan, MI | active | 1 to 7 hours



Paddle through the New Buffalo Marsh, a unique Great Lakes marsh that formed along the Galien River just upstream from Lake Michigan. All paddling is done on the Galien River, starting by going upstream (north) before returning back downstream to the rental location. Per an agreement with the City of New Buffalo, paddlers are not permitted to go south (toward the New Buffalo harbor and Lake Michigan) from the rental location.
*Hours subject to change.
Visit the company's website for current details.
Overview
*Hours subject to change.
Visit the company's website for current details.
Overview
What's great
Leisurely Paddling
The current in their sectin of the Galien River is very slow and weak, so paddling against it is not difficult at all, even during high water levels. That’s what makes the paddle fun – you can explore either way!
What's unique
Multiple Locations
They offer their services across several Southwest Michigan locations, including: Sawyer, New Buffalo, Benton Harbor, Douglas and St. Joseph. See website for location details.
What's worth knowing
Parking
Please note that guests must pay to park in the City Boat Launch parking lot; the City of New Buffalo charges $7.50 for 3 hours of parking. Guests also have the option of parking somewhere else and walking in.