Outdoors in Grand Rapids

Grand Haven City Beach

Warren Dunes State Park

Beech & maple-forested park provides peaceful riverside hikes, picnic space & 311 acres of terrain.

Riverside Park

Nature trails for hiking, biking & bird-watching plus fishing, kayaking, winter sports & disc golf.

Rosy Mound Natural Area

Grand Haven State Park

Sandy beach area on 48 acres with swimming, sunbathing, scenic views, a fishing pier & a lighthouse.

Rosa Parks Circle

Designed by artist Maya Lin, this public plaza offers ice skating in winter & concerts in summer.

Grand Ravines Dog Park

Lamar Park

This seasonal park has a splash pad plus a climbing wall, sports fields, fishing & a walking trail.

Hager Park

Family- & dog-friendly park with a themed play area, picnicking, nature trails & spring wildflowers.

Fish Ladder Park

Destination for watching fish migrate via special ladder, with separate areas for fishing in river.

Kollen Park

Tranquil, waterfront park featuring a band shelter, playground, boat launch ramps & picnic areas.

Centennial Park

Open green space with trails, a gazebo, a fountain, tulip & tropical plant displays & memorials.

Fulton Street Market

Tunnel Park

22-acre preserve with swimming beach & playground features tunnel through sand dunes & scenic climb.

Richmond Park

Large park featuring various sports facilities, plus trails, a playground, a pond & an outdoor pool.

Saugatuck Dunes State Park

Day-use preserve featuring 2.5 miles of shoreline, bird-watching & trails to coastal dunes & woods.

Holland State Park

Holland State Park - Macatawa Campground

Paved bike trails run through this expansive beachfront park with sunset views & concessions.

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Sprawling botanical gardens with diverse sculptures hosting indoor art exhibits & summer concerts.

Kirk Park

Lakeside picnic sites & a reservable lodge, swimming, a dog beach, hiking trails & a playground.