TWIN LAKE COUNTY PARK SURVEY 2024
1.
Please provide your name and email address if you would like to be added to the Twin Lake County Park email list (optional).
2.
What is your zip code of primary residence?
3.
What is your age?
Under 18
18-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
65 or older
4.
How many times did you visit Twin Lake County Park in the past year?
First-time visitor
1 time
2-5 times
6-12 times
More than 12 times
5.
What factors influence your decision to visit Twin Lake County Park instead of other parks? (Please describe briefly.)
6.
In one sentence, how would you describe your overall experience at Twin Lake County Park?
7.
Did you purchase a Muskegon County Park Annual Pass or a Day Pass in the past year?
Yes, I purchased an Annual Pass.
Yes, I purchased a Day Pass.
No, I did not purchase a Muskegon County Park Pass this year.
No, I accessed the park by biking or walking.
8.
What recreational activities do you participate in at Twin Lake County Park? Please select all that apply:
Biking
Birding
Dog Walking
Exercise
Fishing
Beach
Boat Launch
Hammocking
Nature Viewing
Photography
Picnicking
Playing on the Playground
Tennis
Swimming
Walking/Running
Other (please specify)
9.
What recreational opportunities would you like to see developed or improved at Twin Lake County Park? Please select all that apply and rate their importance as Very Important, Important, Somewhat Important, Not Important, or No Opinion.
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Day-Use Area Restroom Facilities Improved/Replaced
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Boat Launch
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Beach Erosion Control
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Designated Dog Beach Area
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Park Programming (Classes/Activities)
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Improve ADA Accessibility
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Lodge
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Volleyball Court
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Interpretive Signage
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Playground Maintenance
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Picnic Area
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Native Plant Gardens
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Pavilion
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Beach Parking Area Updates
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Other (please specify)
10.
Please rate the following park services based on your experiences: Excellent, Good, Fair, Needs Improvement, or No Opinion.
Excellent
Good
Fair
Needs Improvement
No Opinioin
Bathroom Cleanliness
Excellent
Good
Fair
Needs Improvement
No Opinioin
Beach Cleanliness
Excellent
Good
Fair
Needs Improvement
No Opinioin
Garbage Removal/Recycling
Excellent
Good
Fair
Needs Improvement
No Opinioin
General Grounds Upkeep
Excellent
Good
Fair
Needs Improvement
No Opinioin
Park Reservation System
Excellent
Good
Fair
Needs Improvement
No Opinioin
Staff Customer Service
Excellent
Good
Fair
Needs Improvement
No Opinioin
11.
How important is it for Twin Lake County Park to offer the following types of programs? Please rate each as Very Important, Important, Somewhat Important, Not Important, or No Opinion.
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Exercise Programs
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Guided/Interpretive Nature Programs
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Recreation Programs for Adults (23-55 years old)
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Recreation Programs for Children
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Recreation Programs for Senior Citizens (55 years old and up)
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Recreation Programs for Young Adults (17-22 years old)
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
No Opinion
Other (please specify)
12.
Are there specific accessibility features that you believe should be implemented? Please list them.
13.
If camping were developed at Muskegon County’s newest park, Dune Harbor Park in Norton Shores, would you consider camping there?
Yes, if concrete RV pads and full utilities (water, sewer, electric) were available.
Yes, if only concrete RV pads were available.
Yes, if only tent camping were allowed.
Yes, if only yurts/tiny homes were available to rent.
Yes, I would enjoy the opportunity to camp at Dune Harbor Park with any of the above accommodations.
No, I would not be interested in camping at Dune Harbor Park.
14.
As a Muskegon County resident, to what extent would you support a dedicated millage for future park development and maintenance?
Strongly Support
Somewhat Support
Not a Muskegon County Resident
Somewhat Oppose
Strongly Oppose
15.
Do you have any additional comments or suggestions? (Please specify any ideas or feedback related to recreational suggestions, park improvements, etc.)