Gateway Park

Park with Concrete Playground Animals

Gateway Park was constructed in 1982 with the purpose of stabilizing, beautifying, and preserving river mouth property for public access and multi-recreational use. It was named Gateway Park because it is virtually the first major regional exposure to the Lake Huron coastal system. In addition, Gateway Park has several concrete playground animals that were constructed by a local artist. Children can crawl on, through, and slide down!

Birding Site: Waterfowl (y) Eagles (y)

Key for best birding season- y (year round) s (spring) su (summer) f (fall) w (winter)

Source: Peggy Ridgway, AuSable Valley Audubon Society

Access Type: Via Paved Road

Launch Type: Carry-in Launching (Kayak)

Beach Type: Sand

Beach Approach: Moderate Banks

Launch Hazards: Rock/Obstructions

Facilities/Services: Restrooms (Portable), Waste Receptacles

Day Use Facilities: Picnic Area, Playground/Activity Area

Notes: Rock rip-rap makes launching difficult

Things To Do: Birding, Boating

Open: Fall, Spring, Summer; Restrooms Available

815 W Lake St, Tawas City, MI 48763

GPS: 44.25944, -83.52612