The park features a specialized sensory-friendly playground designed for children of all physical and cognitive abilities.
The site serves as a primary access point for the Portage Bicentennial Park trail network.
Long Lake, which the park borders, covers approximately 200 acres in total surface area.
The park's swimming beach utilizes a buoyed system to delineate safety zones during supervised hours.
Ramona Park is a municipal recreation area situated on the eastern shore of Long Lake in Portage, Michigan. The park is characterized by its sandy beach, which features seasonal swimming areas with lifeguard supervision. Sports facilities include basketball courts, tennis courts, and volleyball setups for recreational use. A network of paved trails connects the park to the wider Portage trail system. The site offers expansive green spaces and picnic areas with reservable pavilions. A dedicated playground area serves families with children. The park's primary water access provides opportunities for boating and fishing on Long Lake.
The elevated boardwalk area overlooking the beach provides the best vantage point for sunset photos over Long Lake.
Bring water shoes if you plan to enter the lake, as the sandy bottom can have organic debris.
Check the city website for pavilion reservation status if you are planning a large gathering, as they are frequently booked on weekends.
Arrive early on summer weekends to secure a parking spot, as the beach area reaches capacity quickly.
Do not attempt to swim outside of the buoyed areas or when lifeguards are off duty during the summer season.
The beach swimming area and lifeguard services are seasonal, typically operating only during the summer months.
No alcohol is permitted on the beach or in park picnic areas; pets must remain leashed and are restricted from the beach swimming area.
