Recreation

Calder Plaza is the home to Grand Rapids' iconic sculpture, La Grande Vitesse, the location to many festivals and special events. MORE >>

Addiction Charters offers salmon and trout fishing excursions on magnificent Lake Michigan aboard fully-equipped 30 foot boat with experienced crew. Pleasure and sunset cruises also available. MORE >>

North of Pearl Street, adjacent to Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum along the banks of the Grand River, downtown MORE >>

AJ's is your one stop for total family excitement! They offer go-karts, mini-golf, batting cages, bumper boats, arcade, food and prizes. Group rates and professional catering available. MORE >>

Kent County offers many trails for cycling, walking, running and in-line skating. Many of the trails are paved and were converted from abandoned railroad tracks. MORE >>

A property of the Public Museum, Blandford Nature Center encompasses 143 acres of woodlands, fields, ravines and marshes crisscrossed by well-groomed hiking trails perfect for cross-country skiing. MORE >>

Boulder Creek is an upscale 18-hole public course, with a warm atmosphere and courteous, professional staff. The elegant, yet casual clubhouse has a pro shop, restaurant, bar and banquet facilities. MORE >>

North of 6th Street on Monroe Avenue NW along the Grand River, downtown MORE >>

Full-service ski resort offering downhill skiing, tubing and snowboarding. MORE >>

"Indoor Family Water Park includes a Splash Tower" with a four-story waterslide. Public welcome. Contact hotel for admission pricing. MORE >>

Ride the go-karts, bumper boats and kiddie rides. Play on two miniature golf courses and enjoy the large arcade. Play Laser Tag and drive indoor electric go-karts! Great for birthdays and groups. MORE >>

This barrier free park offers a year 'round heated shelter. Features include: baseball diamonds, biking, hiking/walking, soccer, picnic areas and is also an access point for Kent Trails. MORE >>

Our campground features 36 wooded acres, a variety of sites, cabins and a host of activities for you and your family. Hayrides, Mini Train, Heated Pool and Free WiFi. Surrounded by golf courses, lakes and all the best that West Michigan has to offer, located just 18 miles north of Grand Rapids. MORE >>

One of the only three remaining Michigan covered historic bridges open to auto traffic is found here. Park activities include baseball diamonds, fishing, hiking, nature trails, picnic areas and playgrounds. MORE >>

Featuring a panoramic view of the Thornapple River, a challenging, yet playable course, bent grass fairways, multiple tees, driving range, carts with GPS yardage system, lessons and a dining/banquet facility. MORE >>

For information on all city parks, call (616) 456-3696 or visit www.grand-rapids.mi.us. There are several parks downtown Grand Rapids.

Paddlesport rentals for individuals or small groups. They offer tube and kayak trips on the Rogue River, as well as canoe trips on the Grand River, May through September. MORE >>

Offering the finest in vertical entertainment, Higher Ground offers a 23-foot high artificial rock-climbing wall and a special bouldering room for your "above it all" experience. MORE >>