85+ Amazing West MI Playgrounds: Find the Best Kids Park Near You

Most of the park is out in the open for a full-sun experience.

Ride or walk down the paved pathway through a beautiful nature preserve full of wetlands, prairie, and forest.

This path is a great place to take your young child and their bike, whether they’re pedaling with training wheels, using a balance bike, or scooting along on their own.

This large park has a playground, pavilion, and gazebo with grills, picnic tables and paved and natural trails for walking or biking.

The trails are short and connect to the fishing lagoon. You can walk the paved trails around the lagoon, crossing three small wooden bridges as you go. This is a favorite spot for kids to look for fish in the lagoon.

The trails through the woods are short and flat, with a natural surface. It's an easy hike to add on to an afternoon at the playground.

Perfect for toddlers, it has a small separate playground as well as a smaller splash pad.

For the older kids, it has a larger playground area with play structures. There is also a second bigger splash pad, a giant sandbox, an Octoball pit, picnic tables, basketball hoops and baseball fields.

The smaller is shaded with pint-sized structures and toddler swings. Playgrounds are both woodchip-based.

You’ll also find baseball & softball fields, play equipment, a 2.5-acre catch and release fishing pond, walking trail, soccer fields, football fields, pavilion and picnic area, and volleyball court.

There is even a dog park with fun climbing structures for your furry friend!

This super fun kids park has a playground, picnic areas, sand volleyball courts that can be used for sand play when not in use, and is a host for baseball & soccer games. Manhattan Park is a fun place to hammock and you can find a pavilion for rent, nature trails and tennis courts as well.

During the winter, fly down the long sledding hill also located in the park.

There are so many different things to do - and a "secret," shaded playground with a zipline and "old school" equipment like a merry-go-round.

Dozens of picnic tables, huge open area, tons of woods for hiking and so much more.

Indoor buildings are available for rent.

Due to its large size, it can be difficult for parents to see their kids. The playground surface is sand. There are a couple of accessible swings, but they are also on the sand.

This play area is in full sun with very little shade.

There is a secondary, smaller playground that is almost fully shaded. It was swings, a tall slide, merry-go-round, and teeter-totter all on grass.

There is also a zipline on this playground over grass.

The huge playground is so unique with its many structures and equipment.

It is also perfect for toddlers and is accessible with adaptive equipment.

The best part: it is fenced in with one way in and out, so it is safe for little wanderers.

Located behind the Tri-Cities Family YMCA in Mulligan’s Hollow park, this newly redesigned playground is fenced in and features a bouncy, rubber play surface, sure to soften any tumbles your crawler or little walker may take.

The only drawback to this park is trying to get the kids to leave at the end of the day!

It features fun details that reflect the city of Grand Haven. Children can find a lighthouse, anchors, familiar street signs, and a Coast Guard boat while playing.

In addition to cool landmarks, there are new slides, rock walls and rope structures.

Perfect for toddlers with a separate structure and the entire playground is fenced in!

It is also handicap accessible.

The ground is soft and bouncy and there are ramps in place of stairs.

Kids will want to spend all day here (especially if there are low plane flyovers from the airport nearby!), so pack a lunch, some sunscreen, and sand toys and get ready for a treat!

There is a one-mile paved walking loop around the outer edge of the park and an 18-hole disc golf course, in addition to basketball courts, a dog park, and pickleball courts.

It has unique and uncommon toys like a saucer swing, a net climbing structure, a small sandbox, and of course large structures with plenty of crawling, climbing, and sliding opportunities.

The playground is fantastic for older kids down to toddlers. There is not a separate toddler area, but many structures are low to the ground and designed for parents to accompany playing toddlers.

There is also a lot of green space at the park for kids to run around and burn up some energy.

Plus, the Children's Garden is filled with toddler activities galore! With a treehouse, log cabin, butterfly maze, and a great lakes garden for sailing plastic ships (plus so much more), this garden will seem new each time you visit.

With breathtaking landscaping, thoughtful sculpture art, and hands-on children’s activities indoors and out, it’s easy to spend an entire day at this West Michigan magnet for family entertainment. FEE.

It is now a universally-accessible playground and features a bunch of climbing structures, spinning items, and basketball courts.

This super fun kids park also has basketball & tennis courts and picnic areas to enjoy a packed lunch.

Kids of all ages will love playing on the slides, swings, climbing structures and musical interest areas.

Plus the updated version of a merry go round is a unique feature kids love!

With its soft rubber ground cover, this playground is great for toddlers as well as older kids.

The kids will love exploring three different parks, and there are a ton of places for a picnic lunch.

Plan to spend a full and fun-filled day at the zoo and this trio of parks.

Valley View has a huge structure, shaded picnic tables and a pond.

Picnic Acre is a secluded, woodchip-surfaced area to the south of the park. You'll find slides, swings, climbing fun and lots of picnic tables.

Hilltop Park, known best as The Hidden Playground, is found at the park's south side off Butterworth Ave, just opposite the Kent Trails Bike Path.
Here you'll find a play structure, pretty views, as well as a beautiful stone pavilion to rent.

In 2019, a new accessible playground was unveiled. This playground is located at the southeast side of the park near Sacred Heart Academy on the corner of Park Street SW and Valley Avenue SW.

As a bonus, it's a less than 10 minute walk to local ice cream shops!

The park is also next to Buck Creek Trail, so hiking and biking is an option - and if you want to stick around for lunch or dinner, there are picnic shelters with tables, a campfire area and charcoal grills.

Older kids can practice their skills on the baseball/softball and football/soccer fields.

Go for a spin on the merry-go-round or rest on the digging seat to play in the sand.

Kids will also love the swings - regular, baby and adaptive options.

The entire playground is on mulch.

The huge wooden play structure is complete with twisty slides, bridges, towers and tons to climb on.

There is also a separate fenced-in toddler playground.

Not interested in a play structure? Practice your baseball or tennis game instead or enjoy flying a kite through the wide open fields.

There is also a tire swing, regular swings and a separate fenced in area perfect for toddlers.

Most of the playground is shaded and has woodchips or sand.

You’ll also find pathways with observation decks overlooking a marshy area of the Macatawa River.

You can see the old windmill from the walking path, too.

It’s a popular destination during the annual Tulip Time festival as well.

This playscape is nature play for all and is family-friendly.

Play features include climbing walls, tunnels, logs, boulders, slides, nets, and sandboxes.

Rosewood Park has a two-story slide! And a splash pad!

Everything is out in the open so it's easy to keep an eye on kids at different play structures.

The larger playground has a huge two-story slide.

The playground flooring gets very hot in the sun so water shoes would be a good idea.

The park also includes a variety of athletic fields, a walking path, and a playground.

Enjoy the beauty of nature and the slight breeze off the lake as you walk the 1 mile paved pathway around the lake.

There is not a separate toddler playground.

The uppermost levels of the play structure have open spaces to climbers that may make parents of toddlers nervous.

The surface is recycled tires.

Athletes can play soccer, tennis or basketball.

Next time you walk or ride the East West trail, stop by for a visit!

There's also a fun merry-go-round and swings.

All play structures are over a rubber surface and paved paths lead from one section to another, making it easily accessible for all.

Spanning over 250 acres (including parts of the North Country Trail), this is a popular place for kids and families to hike, explore an historic covered bridge, play on the playground, or take fall family photos.

Toddlers would best enjoy the smaller play structure near the covered bridge, though the main playground is great for all ages.

Rent jet-skis & paddleboards, take a kite-boarding lesson, and play sand volleyball.

Those looking for a more relaxing trip to the beach will find a playground, restaurant and concessions, wheelchair accessible beach walk, picnic tables and restrooms.

Pere Marquette beach is raked daily, so it is no surprise it is listed as one of the cleanest beaches by the National Healthy Beaches Campaign and the Clean Beaches Council.

Experience 18 miles of trails (both paved and unpaved) for both bikers and hikers, playgrounds, shelter rentals, and expansive water sports fun - including both a beach and a splash pad.

People come here to swim, boat, bike, bird watch, picnic, play volleyball, cross country ski and more.

If your toddler loves the water, but the waves and deep waters of nearby Lake Michigan make you uneasy, this is a great option for little ones to get outside and enjoy the water.

This park is home to a 100-acre lake with some shallow areas and no waves, making for a great toddler activity.

Kids and families that like to watch American Ninja Warrior on television will love testing their mettle on the new play equipment at Millennium Park.

Multiple obstacles and structures comprise the playground, which is geared toward older kids.

This design is the first in the USA and Millennium Park is excited to debut it here right in Grand Rapids.

This fun kids park boasts a paved fitness path with exercise equipment along the way, numerous picnic shelters, disc golf course among mature trees, basketball & tennis courts and baseball fields.

In the winter, bring a sled and enjoy the hills Pinery Park has to offer.

They'll love the climbing structures, swings, merry-go-round and plenty of open space to run.

One of the three climbing structures is toddler sized, complete with a just-their-size slide.

With a tunnel and a bouncy toy, kids of all ages will love this playground set over mulch.

Sports fields & courts, a climbing wall, huge splash pad, playground, walking path and amazing picnic areas to enjoy a meal al fresco make Lamar Park the perfect way to spend a family day together.

There is also a big climbing wall to challenge all ages.

All play areas are over mulch.

The two-acre park has three different play areas to accommodate different ages and is packed with plenty of options for play.

What makes it so great for toddlers is that it is well contained with only one exit, making it easy to keep an eye on your toddler, especially those that like to wander off.

There are plenty of climbing, sliding and swinging opportunities here.

The best part about the playground is that it is fenced in with one entrance/exit - equals peace of mind for parents!

A day of fun for the whole family awaits at this park.

Start your day at the park with playground time, a nice walk, some sports (lots of sport options here!) - and even bring along your four-legged family member for some social time at the dog park.

Playgrounds are woodchipped and have plenty of climbing structures, slides and even a merry-go-round!

Playgrounds are located close together, making the park ideal for families with children of any age.

The playground is perfect for kids of any age - even toddlers with its padded surface and low equipment.

Kids will adore the zipline, and the older kids will be thrilled that this park also has a skate park.

Add to these things a beautiful fishing pond and lots of sporting options - this park is a solid destination.

The huge variety of spinning, climbing, swinging and sliding fun includes an updated merry-go-round, rope climbing course, monkey bars, slides, swings and even a zipline.

A smaller play structure is perfect for toddlers.

Play structures are on a padded surface while the rest of the equipment is over woodchips.

Located along the Thornapple River, there's a cute playground, beautiful amphitheater and is in walking distance to ice cream at the Ada Village General Store.

Equipment is new in 2021 and features four slides, monkey bars, and lots of places to climb and explore.

Trails are for hikers and mountain bikers.

Enjoy your lunch at picnic tables at the trailhead while the kids play on the playground.

Visitors may recognize Rogue River Park as a major trailhead for the Fred Meijer White Pine State Trail, but the park has something for everyone.

Whether you're looking for nature trails, river access, a playground, or sports fields, you can find it at this fun kids park.

Disc golf, baseball & soccer fields, tennis courts, soccer complex, sand volleyball and cricket are just some of the activities you can do here.

There is also a short 1/4 natural surface loop trail. It goes through the woods and climbs a hill behind the picnic shelter.

From the north parking lot, a three-quarter mile paved trail connects the park to Eastern Ave.

Kids can climb, slide and play on the single structure.

Play on the two playgrounds, walk or bike the trail into town for ice cream, try your luck at fishing, or run and play in the open spaces.

The park serves as a staging area for the Thornapple Trail, which is a paved trail that leads to downtown Caledonia. Walkers, bikers and joggers can take advantage of this trail.

Enjoy your lunch at this fun kids park in either an open or closed shelter or dozens of picnic tables.

The park doesn't slow down during winter, with a large sledding hill and opportunities for ice fishing.

There is also short 1/3 mile walking trail around the park through the woods.

You could spend all day here, swimming at the beach, walking through the woods and along the creek, fishing and playing horseshoes.

Adults and kids will love the beautiful views of the lake, creek, woods (and wildflowers in the spring!).

Kids will love the big playground structures, running around the grassy areas and exploring.

A ball diamond, playground, and an open shelter are available. This is a good place to play bocce ball.

With plenty of playground space and lots of trail options, kids and adults will love this park. The bridge over the creek is also beautiful - this park is a great escape from busy city life!

At the north end of the park, a 0.4 mile paved trail connects the park to the Fred Meijer M-6 Trail.

At the south end of the park, another short 1/3 mile long paved trail loops around the playground, shelter and picnic area.

The third trail connects the two sections of the park and features a scenic bridge in the middle over the creek.

A grassy unpaved hiking trail breaks off from the paved trails at the north end of the park, making a half loop around the playground and restrooms.

Each playground offers huge climbing structures with slides, rock walls, ladders and more. Both playgrounds are topped with woodchips.

When you need a break from playing on the beach, take a short hike up the wooden stairway to see the views from the top of the sand dunes.

Restrooms are only open in the summer.

Dogs are not allowed from May 1 - September 30. They must be leashed the rest of the year.

Start out your day hiking the trails through the dunes to the lookout for breathtaking views, spend time at the playground, and pack a picnic lunch to enjoy at the shelter.

Your furry family members will even enjoy this park with a fenced in area to ditch the leash.

Round out your afternoon with a dip in the lake - just a short walk from the park!

Swings are also available.

Benches for watchful parents surround the playground area.

Kids and adults will love the endless sandy beach, jumping big waves, strolling the pier to the lighthouse and, of course, walking to get ice cream!

Visitors will find a picnic area and shelter with grills, playground, restrooms, hiking & equestrian trails, biking paths, and athletic fields.

Don't forget Fido - this park is dog-friendly!

The nature trails lead to stunning views, the kids have plenty of places to play, photo ops are top notch and there is no shortage of things to do here - from disc golf to kayaking to a fish ladder and more.

This wonderful park is best known as the home of the “Ledges”—ancient sedimentary rock outcroppings lining the shores of the Grand River.

Facilities include six picnic sites, three miles of trails, volleyball, basketball, playground. Kayak launch for privately owned boats.

It's just a 40-minute drive for those used to hiking in Grand Rapids.

With a playground, picnic area, baseball diamonds and tennis courts, it has something for the whole family.

This fun kids park also provides thrills during the chillier months with shorter sledding hills, perfect for younger kiddos.

This fun park is also reviewed as one of the cleanest parks around, with well manicured open fields perfect for chasing kids.

Pack a lunch, too, because there are plenty of picnic tables.

They even have some old school playground equipment. It's also a good place to hammock, play frisbee, or fly a kite.

The fun continues in the winter, with a long gradual hill that is perfect for sledders of all ages.

The "dinosaur fossil" sand play area will be a huge hit, along with the fun structures on the playground.

Take a short stroll on the paved walking path, have lunch on the picnic tables, and be sure to visit the pond to scope out some fish.

Lots of swings and spinning and climbing structures as well, plus a sandbox!

Surface is woodchipped.

Sports fans will be entertained by the baseball fields, soccer fields and tennis courts.

Kids have their choice of natural or traditional playgrounds.

The paved walking path winds in and out of woods and meadows for a gorgeous, easy walk.

During colder months, bring the sled out and enjoy the family friendly hills.

Plus they will love playing on the natural playground over mulch as well.

Kids will love the splash pad with its bucket dumpers, and parents will love the toddler-focused playground and benches surrounding the park.

This park is perfect for a couple of hours of fun on a hot summer day!

You'll find baby swings, a small structure with slides and a fun springy merry-go-round.

Older kids and adults will love the bike and walking trails, track and sports fields and courts. The younger kids will have a blast on the playground and the splash pad.

The splash pad is a huge attraction for the kids, while the disc golf course draws the teens and adults.

You can also find some short walking paths.

Play a game of baseball, basketball, volleyball or tennis. Plus there's even exercise equipment for adults!

Grown-ups will love using the free WiFi under the shady trees while their kids get the wiggles out on the playground.

There's also both paved and natural surface walking paths.

In addition to a playground underneath aged shade trees, there are numerous tennis and basketball courts for local and team playing, baseball diamonds, and everyone's favorite: a large pool with a massive water slide!

Kids will love climbing around on the updated playground and exploring the wooded trails, and parents will love the gorgeous views along the long boardwalk.

Families love the accessible beach ramp, kayak & canoe launch, and restrooms. Plus covered eating area, grills and picnic tables throughout the park.

Review the rules prior to heading out since it's a former gravel pit.

The play area by the beach is over sand, lower to the ground and a tube for crawling. By the shelters, the playground is longer with interactive toys across the ramps.

Enjoy the historic log cabin lodge, art deco style bridge and stone structures.

Kids will love playing on the colorful equipment that includes tube slides, tire swings, monkey bars and merry-go-round.

Restrooms are located nearby the playground.

Guests will get to choose from playgrounds, baseball diamonds, basketball & tennis courts, and a mountain bike trail during warmer months.

In the winter, bundle up and hit the sledding hills or cross-country ski trails offered at this fun kids park.

The pool area has spray features, huge curly water slide, zero depth entry, accessible lift, concessions and picnic tables.

From disc golf, fishing, a kayak launch, and a playground to pavilions with grills, athletic fields and a paved, multi-use walking and biking trail, Riverside Park checks all the boxes.

The paved path follows the Grand River for a mile and includes an awesome iron bridge over the flowing water.

And for those parents who just want to relax and take a breath, there is free WiFi!

The modern equipment has ample opportunities for climbing, sliding and swinging.

The playground equipment has mulch ground covering.

A beautiful pavilion and gorgeous landscaping make for the backdrop of this park in southwest GR.

New bathrooms, grills and large shaded green space make for a great place to spend the afternoon.

Even teens and adults will find this park a solid destination with its disc golf, volleyball, basketball courts and free WiFi.

Both playgrounds are woodchip-topped and have plenty of choices for climbing, sliding and spinning.

Splash pad offers refreshment on a hot day, and dogs can play at the dog park.

Parents will enjoy the free WiFi and covered picnic shelters to camp out while the kiddos play.

Kids will love time on the playground, followed by some fishing and checking out the ducks and geese around the pond.

Paved walkways line the fishing pond. A dock with a wooden deck also juts out into the pond.

Adults and older kids will have a ball playing disc golf, sand volleyball or basketball on the lighted court.

Guests will also find picnic tables with grills, a ball field and short walking paths to key use areas.

Explore the beautiful hiking trails or catch a fish. Splash around on the sandy beach, set the kids loose on the playground, or play a sport.

There is a four-lane boat launch, and the park connects to a campground with hook-ups and cabin rentals if you're looking for an extended stay.

This park offers short jaunts through the woods, connecting different areas of the park on natural surfaced trails.

The longest walking trail is about 1/2 mile long, running between the beach parking lot and the spring house near the boat ramp.

Families love the playground, dune climb and a dune stairway, picnic areas, two picnic shelters, four sand volleyball courts, modern restrooms, and seasonal concession with vending machines.

Pets permitted on leash October - April only.

The only way down to the beach is down a wooden staircase or a set of dunes, so plan accordingly. Sandy trails to key use areas, including through the tunnel to a beach overlook deck.

Kids will love working up a sweat climbing the dunes and then hitting the waves to cool off.

The whole family will love a walk on the pier to check out the lighthouse, Big Red.

The bridges, boardwalks and observation decks follow the river, offering beautiful, scenic views of nature.

Paw Paw Park encourages visitors to enjoy the park on paved or natural surface trails, a playground, or during a game of disc golf.

During the colder months, enjoy the silence of winter on snow shoes or cross country skis.

Visitors will find little league and soccer fields, paved walking trails covered by large mature trees, picnic tables and two sets of play equipment.

Don't forget your furry friend, because Quincy Park also has a very nice shaded dog park suitable for big and small dogs.

The one nearest to the dog park offers soft, bouncy flooring, fun pretend-play activities, and awesome rock climbing boulders.

New playground equipment with a section great for little kids, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Kids will love playing on the cool playground and then splashing around in the lake.

A one-mile walk on the paved path around the lake and the large dock jutting out into the lake rounds out a perfect day here.

Kids will love fishing off the dock on the small lake and playing on the playground.

Parents will love hiking (or skiing in the winter) the scenic trails.

Pack a picnic lunch and snag a picnic table by the playground to round out your day.

Pinewood Park also has lots of open area, with a soccer field, baseball diamond, skateboarding ramps and basketball courts.

In addition to the playgrounds, there is also a sandy area for digging and playing younger kids will love.

There are also smaller slides and spaces for toddlers.

All play areas are over mulch.

Stoney Lakeside Park offers a sandy beach for kids to cool off after playing on the modern play structure.

Visitors will also find an easy spot to launch a kayak or paddleboard, and great fishing spots along the shore.

The dog park is a fenced-in space with benches for owners, and access to the lake (not people friendly). There is also a separate area for small dogs.

The 80-acre Grand River Riverfront Park includes two islands.

The south portion of the park has a canoe launch, two softball fields, a lacrosse field, 8 soccer fields, and a playground with equipment designed for ages 4 to 12. There's also a mile-long paved nature/walking path, a scenic overlook and fishing pier on the Grand River, one large picnic shelter with restroom facilities and one smaller one without. The park is open to the public every day from 8 AM to dusk, except for days that snow or water make driving in the park unsafe. Restrooms are closed from late October until late March.

The North side of the park is easily accessed at the corner of Bowes Road and Fulton Street in Lowell Charter Township. This side of the park has a small playground, gaga ball pit, pickle ball courts, and an ice cream shop (in season)

North Grand River Riverfront Park: The playground at the North side of this park includes a gaga ball pit, a small playset, and pickleball courts.

Kids and parents will have a ball playing at the beaches, hiking the sand dunes, exploring the many trails and having lunch staring at the gorgeous views of the lakes!

Kids can spend all day here playing on the beach, fishing in the lake, playing on the huge play structures and having a picnic lunch in the shade.

Kids will love the huge play structure and climbing rock!

The playground has several unique play structures, and there is plenty of grassy space for kids to run around and burn up some energy.

The pavilion has plenty of picnic tables and offers some nice shade from the sunny playground.

A .64 mile paved walking path surrounds the park.

Townsend Park also has baseball diamonds, fishing, and creek stomping for a day of fun.

The shaded playgrounds feature slides and climbing features, including a rock wall.

The surface is mulched.

Kids will enjoy not one, but two playgrounds, followed by a nice swim at the beach.

Lots of shaded areas for picnicking to round out the day.

Pack up the kayaks and canoes for a fun time on the lake.

Both playgrounds have structures with lots of options - bridges, sliding and climbing.

It boasts a stone-wall enclosed playground with swings, splash pad, paved pedestrian paths and volleyball court.

Take a walk on the paved pedestrian trails.

During warmer months the large band shell performance area hosts concerts and events. Extra bonus: there is also a nearby ice cream shop!

Kids can explore TWO playgrounds and will love all the space to run.

Parents will love that this is a clean park with beautiful views and lots of picnic areas to make a fun day of it.

Get a good workout hiking the wooded trails and reward yourself later relaxing and playing at the beach!

Kids will have hours of fun playing on the playground, fishing in Buck Creek and walking the paved trail.

Pack a picnic lunch and snag one of the picnic tables and enjoy the beautiful views of the creek.

The wide paved trail winds along Buck Creek.

This park has a partially enclosed playground area with multiple slides situated right next to a splash pad when the kids are ready to cool off.

Make a day of it and enjoy a lunch in the picnic area, or get your exercise in on the basketball or tennis courts and paved walking/biking path.

Get in your steps on the paved half-mile walking and biking path around Oriole Park.

Kids can also swing the day away or for a spin on the merry-go-round. Or practice their gymnastics skills on the bars.

The entire playground is over mulch and is next to the splash pad so kids can back and forth between the two.

A wide open grassy space, benches nearby and a covered pavilion provide plenty of seating options for supervising parents.

The wooded picnic area and open shelterhouse are situated right next to the playground, making it easy to grab a bite and stay cool on hot summer days.

Palmer Park also features baseball diamonds, paved bike path, natural surface hiking trails, fishing spots and an 18-hole golf course.

It features a splash pad, small playground, open fields and picnic tables.

Please note there are not any restrooms onsite so go before you hit the road!