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Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach

Park · Gladstone, Michigan

Great conditions todaycamping-nearbyBarbecue grillPicnic tablesPublic restroom
Editor's Notes
Van Cleve Park is Gladstone's waterfront park on Little Bay de Noc, pairing a public beach with a skate park, a volleyball court, a baseball field and a playground. Picnic tables, grills and restrooms round out the grounds.

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Weather at Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach

H: 76° L: 63°
Sunny
Sunny
76°
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Feels like 73°
Precipitation
82%
Humidity
71%
Wind
14 mph
UV Index
5.4
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen
12 AM
Partly Cloudy
68°
3 AM
Overcast
66°
6 AM
Patchy rain nearby
67°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
67°
12 PM
Light rain
67°
3 PM
Sunny
76°
6 PM
Sunny
75°
9 PM
Moderate rain
66°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach?
Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach is a park in Gladstone, Michigan.
Can you swim at Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach?
There is no fixed answer for Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach in Gladstone, Michigan. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach rated?
Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach in Gladstone, Michigan has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 754 reviews.
What amenities does Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach include camping-nearby.

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  • Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
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  • Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
Best Seasons:
☀️ Summer (Jun-Aug)🍂 Fall (Sep-Nov)🌸 Spring (Mar-May)

Location & Contact

1224 Lake Shore Dr, Gladstone, MI 49837

Gladstone, Michigan 49837

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People Talk About

💬 walking💬 swimming💬 lake💬 restrooms💬 marina💬 boat launch💬 cleaning station💬 gazebo💬 4th of july💬 shore

Highlights

Picnics

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

Camping nearby🍖 Barbecue grill🏪 Baseball field🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom🏪 Skateboarding area🏪 Slides🏪 Swings🏐 Volleyball court

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Good for kids birthday👶 Playground