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Woods Lake Park

4.3(450)· Google4.3 out of 5 from 450 reviews (Google rating)Park
Open now · closes 8:00 PM
(269) 337-8191 Directions kzooparks.org

Quick facts

Woods Lake Park is a park at 2900 Oakland Dr in Kalamazoo, MI, open daily from 8:00 AM. Call +1269-337-8191 for details.

Address
2900 Oakland Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Phone
+1269-337-8191
Hours today
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

About Woods Lake Park

Woods Lake Park at 2900 Oakland Dr in Kalamazoo, MI centers on a lake bordered by wooded areas, with a small sandy beach for swimming. A playground with slides and swings provides another activity option, while hiking and kid-friendly hikes are also listed among the park’s features. Dogs are welcome, and the park is listed as suitable for children’s birthday gatherings.

Picnic tables and a barbecue grill support meals at the park, and a public restroom is available. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking and restroom. Listed parking options include free lot parking, free street parking and paid lot parking. With swimming, playground equipment, hiking and picnic facilities in one location, Woods Lake Park offers several ways to spend time outdoors. Its Google listing has a 4.3-star rating from 450 reviews.

Known for

  • Small sandy swimming beach
  • Lake bordered by wooded areas
  • Playground with slides and swings
  • Picnic tables and barbecue grill
  • Hiking and kid-friendly hikes

Popular times

Usually busy right now · Typical visit volume reported by Google.

Mon

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 42 of 100, 9a: 36 of 100, 10a: 42 of 100, 11a: 50 of 100, 12p: 52 of 100, 1p: 44 of 100, 2p: 44 of 100, 3p: 52 of 100, 4p: 57 of 100, 5p: 68 of 100, 6p: 68 of 100, 7p: 57 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Tue

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 26 of 100, 9a: 23 of 100, 10a: 23 of 100, 11a: 34 of 100, 12p: 36 of 100, 1p: 47 of 100, 2p: 57 of 100, 3p: 63 of 100, 4p: 71 of 100, 5p: 76 of 100, 6p: 65 of 100, 7p: 50 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Wed

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 28 of 100, 9a: 36 of 100, 10a: 57 of 100, 11a: 68 of 100, 12p: 63 of 100, 1p: 57 of 100, 2p: 50 of 100, 3p: 44 of 100, 4p: 36 of 100, 5p: 34 of 100, 6p: 34 of 100, 7p: 44 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Thu

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 55 of 100, 9a: 52 of 100, 10a: 50 of 100, 11a: 36 of 100, 12p: 31 of 100, 1p: 34 of 100, 2p: 42 of 100, 3p: 50 of 100, 4p: 60 of 100, 5p: 50 of 100, 6p: 44 of 100, 7p: 28 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Fri

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 28 of 100, 9a: 50 of 100, 10a: 52 of 100, 11a: 63 of 100, 12p: 60 of 100, 1p: 63 of 100, 2p: 57 of 100, 3p: 60 of 100, 4p: 50 of 100, 5p: 39 of 100, 6p: 36 of 100, 7p: 42 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sat

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 26 of 100, 9a: 34 of 100, 10a: 57 of 100, 11a: 71 of 100, 12p: 86 of 100, 1p: 81 of 100, 2p: 73 of 100, 3p: 68 of 100, 4p: 65 of 100, 5p: 57 of 100, 6p: 47 of 100, 7p: 42 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sun

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 52 of 100, 9a: 57 of 100, 10a: 52 of 100, 11a: 63 of 100, 12p: 63 of 100, 1p: 63 of 100, 2p: 57 of 100, 3p: 71 of 100, 4p: 84 of 100, 5p: 100 of 100, 6p: 89 of 100, 7p: 78 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Google rating breakdown

452 ratings on Google. Ratings and counts are Google's, not ours.

  • 5★256
  • 4★113
  • 3★55
  • 2★12
  • 1★16

What people mention

Topics counted across Google reviews.

  • beach×56
  • swimming×31
  • playground×20
  • picnic area×16
  • lake×15
  • fishing×10
  • hiking trails×8
  • kayaking×5
  • dog swimming×2
  • no motor boats×2

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What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “It's well-maintained, although you can't use the lake at the moment because it's polluted. Otherwise, everything is fine.”

    — Fernando Bohórquez, September 30, 2026 · google

  • “Never knew this was here. Great little spot right in town. Clear water, just enough sand to make it feel like a beach. Little slice of paradise in the middle of the chaos.”

    — Eric Calhoun, August 26, 2026 · google

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Woods Lake Park — frequently asked

Is Woods Lake Park open on Mondays?
Yes — Woods Lake Park is open Monday from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Where is Woods Lake Park?
Woods Lake Park is at 2900 Oakland Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49008.
What is the phone number for Woods Lake Park?
You can reach Woods Lake Park on +1269-337-8191.

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