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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 23, 2025
Press Contact: Rylie Dorman
🚗 Motor vehicle permits required Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day at Ottawa County lakeshore parks 🌊
Ottawa County Parks & Recreation requires a motor vehicle permit at Lake Michigan beach parks, as well as the boat launch at Riverside Park, Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Permits are required starting Saturday, May 24.
Ottawa County Parks that require a motor vehicle permit Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day:
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North Beach Park
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Olive Shores
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Kirk Park
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Rosy Mound Natural Area
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Tunnel Park
- Kouw Park*
- Windsnest Park*
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Riverside Park (boat launch only)
*Ottawa County Parks manages Kouw and Windsnest Parks per a management agreement with Port Sheldon Township. The township subsidizes the cost of an annual motor vehicle permit for their residents. Learn more
How can I purchase my motor vehicle permit?
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Online: Purchase annual or daily motor vehicle permits from your phone or computer. Discounted permits available.
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On-Site: Pay stations are available at all lakeshore beach parks including Kouw Park, Windsnest Park, and the Riverside Park Boat Launch. Discounted permits are not available at pay stations because residency cannot be verified.
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At Our Office: Permits are available for purchase during business hours at the Nature Center at Hemlock Crossing or the Park’s Office at the Fillmore Complex. Cash, check, or credit cards accepted. You will need to provide the license plate number for each vehicle being registered, as well as your mailing address and date of birth. Discounted permits available.
Nature Center Hours of Operation: Tues-Sat, 9 am-5 pm; Sun 12-5 pm (closed on Mondays)
Parks Office at Fillmore Complex: M-F, 8 am-5 pm
Permit Pricing & Discounts
Discounted permits are available for residents, senior residents (60+), and United States military members, including active duty and veterans, when purchased online. The only way to purchase your discounted permit is online or at our office.
Discounts are not available at the pay stations.
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Fees
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Annual Permit - single vehicle
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$25
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Daily Permit - single vehicle
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$8
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Ottawa County Resident Fees
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Single vehicle
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$15
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Multi-vehicle (limited to 2)
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$20
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Senior or veteran/military single vehicle
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$9
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Senior or veteran/military multi-vehicle (limited to 2)
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$12
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Active Bridge Card holders in Michigan
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Free
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Port Sheldon Township Resident Fees
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Single vehicle
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$10
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Multi-vehicle (limited to 2)
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$15
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Senior or veteran/military single vehicle
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$4
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Senior or veteran/military multi-vehicle (limited to 2)
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$7
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Active Bridge Card holders in Michigan can receive a free Ottawa County Parks annual motor vehicle permit. Limited to one permit per household. To receive a coupon code, inquire inside the DHHS office or call 616-394-7200 and press "0" to speak with an operator.
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