Trap & Archery Range Hours
4863 Range Drive - off Ryan Road, east side
January and February
Open Saturday and Sunday only 9 am until dusk or time posted
Closed Monday thru Friday
March through December
Open Thursdays and Fridays - 8 am until 8 pm or dusk
Open Saturdays and Sundays - 9 am until 8 pm or dusk
Closed on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays
A number of events such as the Annual Kid’s Day, Easter Egg Scramble, and Fireworks Celebration all take place at River Bends. There are three pavilions located in the main park that are available to rent for company picnics, grad parties, family reunions, birthday parties, etc. Just contact the Parks, Recreation and Maintenance Department at 586-731-0300 to make a reservation. Scroll down below the map for rental rates, rules, and other useful information.
Park Office
4550 River Bends Drive, Shelby Township, MI 48317
e-mail - shelbyprm@shelbytwp.org
Main Park
5700 22 Mile Road, Shelby Township, MI 48317
(south side, west of Shelby Road)
Nature Center
phone - 586-323-2478
4101 River Bends Drive, Shelby Township, MI 48317
e-mail - naturecenter@shelbytwp.org
Park Hours
Main Park (22 Mile Road) & Woodall Park (River Bends Drive)
January through March - Closed
April through December - 8 am to 8 pm or Dusk (whichever comes first) every day, weather permitting. When weather does not permit, visitors may park in the front lot and walk into the Main Park.
Shooter Fees
Daily Passes
Regular Day Pass: $6 per day – per shooter
Senior/Junior Day Pass: $4 per day - per shooter over age 60 or Under 15, accompanied by an Adult
Annual Range Cards
Regular Annual Range Card: $40 per year – per shooter
Senior/Junior Annual Range Card: $30 per year – per shooter over age 60 or age 15 & under accompanied by an Adult
General Information
There are 3 shelters in the Main Park available for rent beginning the first business day in January for the upcoming summer.
In addition, the following are available:
46 picnic tables (6’ each)
8 grills - scattered throughout the main park area
Playscapes and disc golf course located throughout park
In accordance with the Shelby Township Ordinance Article II: Public Parks, Section 50-33 Permits, a permit is required for picnics, outings, or gatherings of 20 or more persons.
Bittersweet Shelter
45’ x 33’ with modern restrooms – unattached
Capacity 180 persons
Shelby/Utica Resident Rental Fee - $170
Non-resident Rental Fee - $200
electricity and water
9 picnic tables – 12’ each
1 double barbecue grill
sand volleyball and horseshoes pits
Hickory Grove Shelter
40’ x 30’ with modern restrooms – attached
Capacity 180 persons
Shelby/Utica Resident Rental Fee - $170
Non-resident Rental Fee - $200
electricity and water (in restrooms only)
9 picnic tables – 12’ each
1 double barbeque grill
sand volleyball and horseshoes pits
Mapleview Shelter
50’ x 30’ with primitive restrooms – unattached
Capacity 180 persons
Shelby/Utica Resident Rental Fee - $110
Non-resident Rental Fee - $140
electricity and water
9 picnic tables – 12’ each
1 double barbecue grill
sand volleyball and horseshoes pits
Woodall Neighborhood Park
4550 River Bends Drive - east off Ryan Road
40’ x 30’ with modern restrooms – attached
Capacity 50 persons
NO SHELTER RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED
electricity
4 picnic tables – 12’ each
water in restrooms only
1 double barbecue grill
2 grills on grounds
2 picnic tables – 12’ each
Organizational Camp and Shelter
ORGANIZATIONS ONLY!
Daily Fee - $15 per group - per day
Overnight - $25 per group – per night
20’ x 40’ pavilion
unisex primitive restroom
no water or electric
1 single barbecue grill
1 picnic table – 6’
2 picnic tables – 12’ each
Fishing Site
All persons fishing must be properly licensed.
1 picnic table – 5’
3 picnic tables – 12’
2 single barbecue grills
unisex primitive restroom
River Bends Park Trails
22 Mile Picnic Park
Gravel Trail approximately 2.5 miles
Woodall Community Park
Paved Trail approximately 1.6 miles
Trails are open to foot and bicycle traffic ONLY.
No vehicles other than those driven by rangers are allowed on them.
River Bends Park Bridge
Visitors to River Bends Park have access to the entire park via the bridge that crosses the Clinton River connecting the 22 Mile Picnic Park to Woodall Community Park at the Ryan Road site. This allows access to the Trap & Archery Range and the Shadbush Nature Center. The bridge is open to foot and bicycle traffic ONLY. No vehicles other than those of the rangers are allowed on the pathways or bridge.
Reservations
In accordance with the Shelby Township Ordinance Article II: Public Parks, Section 50-33 Permits, a permit is required for picnics, outings, or gatherings of 20 or more persons.
Reservations for shelter use are accepted for groups for the months of May through September. For available dates please phone the Parks, Recreation & Maintenance Department at 586.731.0300. During the month of January reservations must be made in person at the PRM Office and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Beginning February 1 reservations are accepted by phone with a VISA or MasterCard and the contract/receipt will be mailed to the contractor for a $5 mailing/processing fee. A shelter reservation cannot be held without paymenti full. Reservations accepted beginning the first business day in January for the following summer.
Hours of Operation
Park hours are 8:00 am to 8:00 pm or dusk (whichever comes first) or time posted. Park visitors should note that all facilities are to be vacated upon closing. Entrance gates will be locked at this time.
Restrooms
Shelter restrooms are available for use by all park visitors and are not for the exclusive use of shelter users.
Alcoholic Beverages
Beer and wine are the only alcoholic beverages allowed in the park. No alcohol of any kind is allowed from April 1st through June 15th. Beer and wine shall not be sold in the park nor shall an admission be charged to a function or event by any group or organization at which beer or wine is available unless a special license from the Michigan Liquor Control Commission has been obtained to sell beer or wine. A group or organization that is granted a special license shall obtain liability insurance naming the Charter Township of Shelby as an additional insured for the function or event to be held in the park. Such special license and proof of insurance shall be presented to the Director of the Parks, Recreation & Maintenance Department at least 5 business days prior to the date of the scheduled event or function. Please note that liquor is prohibited by State law in any public place (including Shelby River Bends Park). The party whose name appears on the Shelter Use Permit is responsible for the orderly conduct and sobriety of their group and/or guests. Public intoxication or disorderly conduct is a violation of state law and local ordinance.
Drugs
The use or possession of drugs or controlled substances other than those expressly prescribed by a physician for a medical purpose is prohibited. No person who appears to be under the influence of any illegal drug or controlled substance shall be allowed to remain in the shelter or the park.
Advertisement
All advertisement is forbidden in the park unless specific written approval is obtained from the Director of the Parks, Recreation & Maintenance Department.
Political Activities
An endorsement or advocacy of any political candidate, ballot proposal or proposition is prohibited.
Religious Promotion
All religious promotions are strictly prohibited in park.
Adult Supervision
Groups comprised of individuals under the age of 18 years shall have a minumum of 1 adult attendant for each 20 persons using the shelter or park.
Decorations
Banners, streamers, balloons, and other decorations or materials used in and/or around the shelter shall be completely removed and properly disposed of at the end of the event or function. Do not use nails, glue or other fasteners that may damage or leave permanent marks on the shelter or surrounding trees.
Electrical Outlets
One duplex outlet is provided in all shelters, except the Organizational Site Shelter. The capacity of each circuit is 20 amps, which should handle about 2,400 watts. This is usually sufficient for 2 small electrical appliances. Please check the amperage rating of any appliances you intend to use.
Fire Prevention
The use of open flames is strictly prohibited in any area other than bar-b-que grills. Electrical extension cords and decorations must have no exposed wire and be UL rated and approved.
Music
Live bands and amplified sound equipment is strictly prohibited. Small portable radios or tape players are permitted, provided that the volume is kept low enough so that it is not heard beyond the shelter. Park rangers will strictly enforce this. Violation will result in disconnection of electric power and/or eviction from the shelter and park without refund.
Pets
Pets are allowed provided they are kept on a leash no longer than six feet in length, do not create a public nuisance, are in immediate control of their owner, and their waste is removed and properly disposed of.
Special Functions or Events
Any special or commercial function, event, program or game is strictly prohibited unless written approval is obtained from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Maintenance at least 2 weeks prior to its scheduled date. The use and possession of fireworks in the park is prohibited.
Tents
Tents are only permitted upon prior approval by the Director of the Parks, Recreation and Maintenance Department or designate to persons renting shelters. Tents are not to be larger than 20' x 40' and MUST be removed at the end of the day of use.
Special Equipment
Prior approval by the Director of Parks, Recreation & Maintenance must be given for use of any type of equipment (i.e. moonwalk, dunk tank, etc.) brought into the park. In order to obtain approval, renter must submit a certificate of insurance naming the PRM Department as additional insured at least 5 business days before event. Without insurance, the equipment will not be allowed to operate.
Trash
All shelters are cleaned before your arrival. Trash barrels are provided for your use. Please clean up all trash and litter before your group leaves the park. Failure to remove litter or debris may result in an extra charge for labor and is a violation of state law and local ordinance.
Vehicles
Cars, trucks, vans or other motorized vehicles are not permitted to leave the parking area to load or unload without prior approval.
Responsible Party
The person signing the Shelter Use Permit shall be responsible for any and all damages caused during the use of the shelter. Further, renter shall not cause, allow any destruction of, or injury to, said shelter, the park or any part thereof, nor use the same except for the specific purpose indicated in the permit.
Refunds
A refund for the amount paid minus a $5 processing fee will be granted if requested to the Department of Parks, Recreation and Maintenance in writing at least 30 days prior to the reservation date. Any reservation made less than 30 days in advance is non-refundable. The letter must state that you wish to cancel your reservation for shelter use. If payment was made by cash or check a check will be processed and mailed to address listed on permit within approximately 4 weeks. Refunds for credit card payment will be immediate.
ANY QUESTIONS PERTAINING TO THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE SHELBY TOWNSHIP DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND MAINTENANCE AT 52700 VAN DYKE AVENUE, SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN 48316-3572
PHONE THE OFFICE AT 586-731-0300 WEEKDAYS FROM 8:30 am TO 5:00 pm
Email address: shelbyprm@shelbytwp.org
Trap and Archery Range
4863 Range Drive
East off Ryan, south of 22 Mile Road
Shelby Township, MI 48317
Fishing Site
East off Ryan, south of 22 Mile Road
Shelby Township, MI 48317
Trap Range Rules
1. Shotguns only – no rifles or handguns of any kind are permitted!
2. All shotguns will have the gauge size on the side of the barrel.
Acceptable sizes (smallest to largest) are as follows 410 – 28 – 20 – 16 – 12.
3. All shooters are required to wear eye and ear protection.
4. No more than two (2) shells allowed in a shotgun at a time.
5. No patterning of shotguns at ground targets or slightly elevated targets. FLYING clay targets (skeet) only!
6. Maximum of two (2) shooters allowed at each shooting station.
7. No black powder is permitted in any type of gun.
8. No shotgun shell with deer hunting loads – i.e. slugs or buckshot.
9. No pistols allowed – even though some pistols are available with the smallest shotgun size (410), they are not allowed.
10. All shotguns must have an overall length of 26" or more.
11. Use of BB guns is prohibited unless prior arrangements have been made with a Range Officer who MUST be present during use. 177 caliber pellets are not allowed.
Archery Range Rules
1. Bows and arrows only – compound, long, or recurve bows.
2. Crossbows allowed ONLY with a CURRENT ORIGINAL DNR HANDICAP PERMIT (must be in possession)
3. No hunting or broadhead arrows.
4. Use approved targets only.
General Rules
1. Range available during posted hours only
2. Spectators are prohibited on the firing line of designated shooting ranges.
3. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited at the archery and trap ranges.
4. Litter must be disposed of in provided containers.
5. Dumping of refuse such as grass clippings, leaves or household trash is prohibited.
6. Animals must be on a 6’ leash.
7. You are responsible for the removal and proper disposal of your pet’s waste.
Fishing Site Rules
1. Children fishing must be accompanied by an adult.
2. All persons fishing at River Bends Park must have the proper license. Patrons should refer to the DNR Rules and Regulations
Fishing Booklet for license requirements. A fishing license may be purchased at:
K-Mart (23 Mile & Van Dyke)
586-739-1811 Sporting Goods Department
Meijer (Hall & Hayes Road)
586-566-0400 Sporting Goods Department
Meijer (26 Mile & Van Dyke)
586-677-8000 Sporting Goods Department
Gander Mountain (Hall & Schoenherr)
586-247-9900
ANY QUESTIONS PERTAINING TO THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF SHELBY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND MAINTENANCE AT 52700 VAN DYKE AVENUE, SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI 48316-3572
PHONE THE OFFICE at 586-731-0300 WEEKDAYS FROM 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Email address: shelbyprm@shelbytwp.org
