Buttersville Park

Located between Lake Michigan and Pere Marquette Lake, Buttersville Park has perhaps the greatest view of all the parks. As you enter the shaded park off S. Lakeshore Drive, you’ll find a picnic area with grills, playground, restrooms, and a pavilion. Don’t be surprised to see numerous deer in Buttersville—they seem to feel quite at home here and are comfortable with visitors.

Further into the park, a wooden seating area offers a breathtaking view of the Lake Michigan shoreline, including the North Breakwater Lighthouse in the distance. Climb the steps down to the expansive beach, perfect for swimming and sunning. It’s a romantic spot to view the sunset, with more privacy guaranteed during the spring and autumn months.

Directions:
From Ludington, take Old 31 Highway across the PM River, and turn right on Iris Road. Follow Iris to the “T” in the road, and turn right onto S. Lakeshore Drive. Located a short distance past Historic White Pine Village on your left.


More Ludington Area Parks. . .
Ludington State Park - Located four miles north of Ludington, and is known as "The Queen of the State Parks."
Buttersville Park - Just south of Ludington, offering a breathtaking view of Lake Michigan.
Memorial Tree Park - A nice shaded park in Ludington that overlooks the quiet beauty of Lincoln Lake.
Stearns Park Beach - The most popular beach in Ludington, with access to the North Breakwater Light.
Summit Park - Located on south Lakeshore Drive, with access to Lake Michigan.
Sutton's Landing Park - Just off Old US-31, it features a wooden ramp along the Pere Marquette River.
Waterfront Park - Nestled between the two marinas, featuring a playground, amphitheater and bronzed sculptures.
Victory Township Park - Take the tree-lined road to this quiet park that is right on Upper Hamlin Lake.
Ludington City Park - Three blocks west of the downtown area, this shaded park has picnic tables and the Kiwanis Band Shell.
Copeyon Park - Located on the east side of Pere Marquette Lake, it's a great place for fishing and close to the Charter Boats.
Wilson Hill Park - Fishermen like the boat launch here, with access to Upper Hamlin Lake.