Access Site
MI
New Richmond Bridge Park
Kalamazoo River • Morrison Bayou • Rabbit River
Source: michigan_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Hamilton, MI
County: Allegan County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.65168836, -86.10769182
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Whitewater Runs on Kalamazoo River
1 runDifficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
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About This Access Site
New Richmond Bridge Park provides access to the Kalamazoo River, a large river system spanning 130 miles with significant water volume and moderate current. The site is located in Hamilton, Allegan County, positioned along a section of river with an average gradient of 2.5 feet per mile and typical flow conditions around 2076 cubic feet per second. With an average velocity of 2.3 feet per second, paddlers should expect noticeable current and plan accordingly for their skill level and vessel type.
The Kalamazoo River at this location supports various recreational boating activities given its size and established park access point. The river's large drainage area of 1940 square miles indicates reliable water conditions throughout much of the year. Boaters and paddlers using this access should be aware of the moderate current and plan trips with consideration for river conditions, particularly during periods of higher flow.
This section of the Kalamazoo River is suitable for motorboats, kayaks, and canoes, though paddlers should be comfortable managing moderate current. The park setting suggests day-use amenities typical of public river access areas in Michigan.
The Kalamazoo River at this location supports various recreational boating activities given its size and established park access point. The river's large drainage area of 1940 square miles indicates reliable water conditions throughout much of the year. Boaters and paddlers using this access should be aware of the moderate current and plan trips with consideration for river conditions, particularly during periods of higher flow.
This section of the Kalamazoo River is suitable for motorboats, kayaks, and canoes, though paddlers should be comfortable managing moderate current. The park setting suggests day-use amenities typical of public river access areas in Michigan.