The Benton Harbor Parks & Recreation Services is committed to providing recreations and liesure services that enhances the quality of life for youth, adults, senior citizens and the special population, while providing a positive and safe environment for the citizens of Benton Harbor. The City of Benton Harbor has 114-acres of parkland that divides between 11 sites.

During the summer months (June through August), Parks & Recreation Services provides an 8-week summer recreation program, Monday through Friday, from 10am until 4pm. The program is held at 6 of the City's parks: Broadway, Edgecumbe Tot Lot, Franks, Hall, Peppiest, and Union. Park activities include field trips, board games, arts & crafts, volleyball, horseshoes, basketball, badminton, and baseball. Lunch and snacks are served daily.

The City's Park & Recreation Services offices are located within the Bobo Brazil Community Center on Cass Street. If you have questions, please contact:

City of Benton Harbor
Parks & Recreation Services
P.O. Box 648
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
269-927-0300

Bobo Brazil Community Center
472 Cass Street
269-927-0300
The community center includes a reception hall/gymnasium, kitchen facility, and conference/meeting rooms. Recreation and community activities at the center include boxing, basketball, open play basketball leagues for youths and adults, board games, pool tables, foosball, air hockey, volleyball, arts & crafts, cheerleading and basketball clinics, and youth dances.

Jean Klock Park
Jean Drive (near Hwy M-63)
269-925-6301
Jean Klock Park, dedicated in 1917, includes 76-acres of Lake Michigan frontage and 3,000-feet of beachfront, with open and wooded sand dunes. Lake Michigan swimming, paved parking, boardwalk, volleyball courts, observation tower, bathhouse, concession area, playground and picnic shelter.

Hall Park
Valley Drive and Hull Street
Hall Park is the oldest of the City parks, established in the early 1900's. The park includes a picnic area, playgound equipment, and baseball/softball fields.

Riverfront Park
River Dr.
Riverfront Park is located along the St. Joseph River, near the Bicentenial Bridge. The site includes a fishing platform, playground equipment, grills and a picnic area.

Union Park
1200 Union Street (between Emery and Curb)
Union Park is the focal point for baseball acitivity. It includes lighted baseball and softball fields, basketball courts, The park includes a picnic area, playgound equipment, concession stand, playground equipment and restrooms.

Art Galleries
Several art galleries have been making Benton Harbor their home, including Richard Hunt, the world-renowned metal sculptor. Hunt owns a satellite studio in Benton Harbor that is used as a gallery for his own work and for that of emerging artists. Several other galleries and studios have opened along Territorial Road and Main Street.

Other Nearby Recreational Sites
Sarrett Nature Center
2300 N. Benton Center Rd.
269-927-4832
A 500-acre wildlife sanctuary and nature center of the Michigan Audubon Society. Excellent for bird-watching, five miles of hiking trails with wetlands, forest, and meadows. Exhibits and gift shop.

Benton Harbor Boating Access Site
Riverview Dr.
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
269-926-4013
This public boat launch is located on the St. Joseph River. The facility is closed from 11pm to 4am.

Benton Township River Park
Riverview Dr.
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
269-925-7616
On the St. Joseph River. Boat launch, playground and picnic shelter.

Rocky Gap County Park
Rocky Gap Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
269-983-7111
This Berrien County park is located on three acres along 1100 feet of Lake Michigan shoreline. Swimming is allowed at your own risk.

Benton Harbor City Boat Launch
Pipestone Creek
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
This public boat launch is located on Pipestone Creek leading into the St. Joseph River.