5163 Fort Custer Drive
Augusta
MI 49012
Phone Number: (269) 731-4200
TTY/TDD711 (Michigan Relay Center)
Motor Vehicle Permit Required: Yes
Approximate Size: 3033 (Acres)
Fort Custer Recreation Area comprises
3,033 acres located between Battle Creek and Kalamazoo. The terrain is typical
of southern Michigan farm country, with second growth forests and remnant areas
of prairie. Prairie restoration is in progress with excellent results. The area
features three lakes, the Kalamazoo River and an excellent trail system.
Originally farmland, the area was acquired by the federal government to
establish Camp Custer, an induction and military training center for the US Army
during WWII. The land was deeded to the State of Michigan under President
Nixon's Legacy of Parks in 1971. |
