Madeline Bertrand County Park

Topenebee Shelter

Description

Located just south of Niles, Madeline Bertrand County Park offers a public area of natural beauty along the St. Joseph River. Trails lead through pine and oak forests, offering opportunities for hiking and bicycling. Trails are groomed and lighted for cross-country skiing in winter and ski rentals are available. One of the park’s most unique and popular features is a challenging 18-hole disc golf course. Covered shelters, an indoor lodge, scenic picnic areas and a children’s playground structure make Bertrand a favorite location for family and group outings.

Park Hours

April - October: Open daily, 10 am - approximately sunset.

November - March: Open Wednesday - Sunday, 10 am - 5 pm, Closed Monday & Tuesday.

Fees

Daily Entry Fees: $3.00 per vehicle for Berrien County residents; $5.00 for non-residents. 

Annual Permits are available for Park Entrance, Cross-County Skiing, and Disc Golf. Learn more at Annual Park Permits

Rental Facilities

Madeline Bertrand Park has 3 unique rental facilities: the Bertrand Lodge, the Topenebee Shelter, and the River Shelter. Click the Facility Rental page to learn more about these facilities and how to reserve them for your next outing or function.

Park Rules

Rules: Pets are allowed when leashed. Alcohol is prohibited at all County Parks. Rules Ordinance

Events

The 2023 Spring Singles Disc Golf Derby is April 29th, 2023

  • The disc golf course will be closed to the public until the tournament concludes; approximately 3:30pm (may vary)
  1. Madeline Bertrand County Park


    Physical Address
    3038 Adams Road
    Niles, MI 49120


    Directions

    Phone: : 269-683-8280