The entrance to Fort Custer State Recreation Area is on the north side of M96, east of the village of Augusta. The park is known for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The campground is modern, with restrooms and electricity. The Kalamazoo River flows through the park. The boat landing on the river is a good place to begin a trip to Galesburg or end a trip from Battle Creek. The recreation area is also popular for its four lakes. The lakes drain into the Kalamazoo River. Eagle Lake has a excellent boat ramp, picnic shelters, and a swimming beach. The other three lakes share a common access area. Whitford and Lawler Lakes are on the south side of the access. Jackson Hole Lake is on the north side. Park signs will direct boaters to each lake.
Some parts of these four lakes are not easily accessible in summer because of excessive aquatic vegetation growth. There is a post with photos and info for each of the four lakes.
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