Rocky Gap County Park

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Information and highlights about Rocky Gap County Park located in Benton Harbor, Michigan. Pets allowed in the parking lot with a 6' leash.

Overlooking Lake Michigan from a bluff in Benton Township, Rocky Gap County Park provides a wonderful place to enjoy the Lake Michigan shoreline. There's a beach with 1,100 feet of lake frontage, an overlook platform, and spectacular views of the lake. It is an ideal location to take a relaxed lunch break, enjoy a sunset, or cool off with a quick swim. LOWER PARK AMENITIES
Parking Lot
Vault Restrooms
Picnic Shade Shelter
2 Picnic Tables
Benches
Hard Surface Beach Access Ramp

UPPER PARK AMENITIES
Parking Lot
2 Picnic Pods with 2 Tables Each
Lake Michigan Overlook Deck with Pergola
Benches

RESTROOM FACILITIES
Vault restroom facilities are located in the lower portion of the park and are open late Spring - early Fall. Park Open: April - October
Park Hours: Approx 8 am to dusk, daily

Phone Extension: 8435

10/29/2026

Our vault restrooms are now closed for the season.

Thanks for a great season! 🌊☀️

10/03/2026

Rocky Gap County Park is open. The park closes daily 15 minutes after sunset.

09/30/2026

Benton Charter Township continues work on their water intake system, which means the county park remains closed at this time so that workers can access necessary infrastructure. Be aware that Rocky Gap Road may be closed to through traffic, as well.

Your patience is appreciated. Stay out of the park during this time. Stay tuned here for updates.

09/28/2026

Don’t miss out on all the Fall Fun at Berrien County Parks! 🦉 🐿️ 🍂

The Berrien County Parks Fall Program Guide is available to view at www.berriencounty.org/DocumentCenter/View/23876/Parks-Newsletter-PDF?bidId=

09/22/2026

Construction Update: work to make repairs on the Benton Charter Township water intake system continues. Access to these facilities is required through Rocky Gap County Park property. The County Park remains closed while the work is in progress. Please be patient, stay out of the park for the time being, and stay tuned here for updates. Thank you 🚧

09/15/2026

Tuesday, September 15 - 9:21am

High Swim Risk reported at this time - NO SWIMMING or WADING ALLOWED at Rocky Gap County Park. 🏊‍♂️🚫

Dangerous waves and currents are present. Stay out of the water during High Swim Risk conditions. ⚠️

🔸 Violators are subject to immediate eviction, future park privileges may be suspended and may be fined up to $1,000 and/or imprisonment.

09/14/2026

Rocky Gap County Park is closed. Construction work is occurring on the beach. Large equipment will be in use. Do not enter the park or the beach during this time.

Please be patient. Stay away from the park. Visit nearby Hagar Township Beach, Jean Klock Park, Tiscornia Beach or other great beaches in the area during this time. Check back here for updates. Anticipated re-opening date is 2nd week of October.

09/13/2026

Sunday, September 13 - 9:14 am
Flag Color: 🔴RED
High Swim Risk reported at this time - NO SWIMMING or WADING ALLOWED at Rocky Gap County Park. 🏊‍♂️🚫
Dangerous waves and currents are present. Stay out of the water and off of the pier during High Swim Risk conditions. ⚠️
🔸 Violators are subject to immediate eviction, future park privileges may be suspended and may be fined up to $1,000 and/or imprisonment.

Address

1100 Rocky Gap Road
Benton Harbor, MI
49022

Website

http://www.berriencounty.org/Parks/RockyGap, https://www.berriencounty.org/79/Social-Media

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