A lakeside park, a public beach, and lake access have long been on the local wish list.  If the Van Curler parcel purchase goes through, it becomes very suddenly possible.

The dream of lake access is discussed on pages 86-87 of the 2015 Northfield Township Parks & Recreation master plan.

• The 2015 Northfield Township Parks and Recreation Master Plan [9 MB]
• The 2015 Northfield Township Parks and Recreation Master Plan viewable on Slideshare

For reference

• The 2012 Northfield Township Master Plan [a 34 MB download]
• The 2012 Northfield Township Master Plan - viewable on Slideshare