Eastmanville Farm
This 229 acre property, located on the Grand River in Polkton Township, was acquired by Ottawa County in the early 1800s and established as a “poor farm” to provide housing and services for indigent residents. This operation, called Community Haven, survived until the late 1990s. In April 2004, the Ottawa County Board of Commissioners approved a request by the Parks Commission to designate the Community Haven property for future park use.
Following several public meetings with potential user groups, a master plan for Community Haven was approved. The plan includes equestrian trails and facilities, development of an educational farm and general recreational use including river access.
This park, now called Eastmanville Farm, currently offers 3.5 miles of equestrian and hiking trails and a parking lot.
Park Map - This printable map shows facilities, parking areas, features and trails (if any).
Facilities
- Equestrian and Hiking trails
- Parking lot designed for horse trailers
- Pit toilet
- Picnic tables
Park Hours
Eastmanville Farm is open year-round at the following times.
April 1 through October 31 - 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
November 1 through March 31 - 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Fees
There are no entry or trail fees.
Directions
Eastmanville Farm is located in Polkton Township on Leonard Street about 1.4 miles west of 68th Avenue.
