Park Reservations
John Ball Zoological Garden
Kent County Parks
1700 Butterworth SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49534-7065
Phone: (616) 336-PARK (7275)
Kent County Parks Foundation
The Parks Department is responsible for managing 37 county parks; including L.E. Kaufman Golf Course, Wabasis Lake Campground and Kent Trails.
| Kent Trails Construction Update
*Updated: 4-8-2010* Bridge replacements on the Kent Trails will begin on April 12th. The trail will be posted closed at the nearest street crossings. The bridges will not be accessible during replacement. The replacements will begin with the bridge south of 64th street and north of 84th. Updates to this announcement, as needed, will be posted on this website on Friday's by Noon. |
Reservations for County Park facilities can now be made up to one year in advance. For reservations, please call (616) 336-PARK, or reserve online at Parks Reservation System.
Mission Statement
The Kent County Parks Department will enhance the quality of life in Kent County by establishing and maintaining outstanding parks to meet the needs of the county’s growing population. The department will efficiently provide recognized recreational, environmental, and social benefits. This will be accomplished through adherence to high standards and coordination with individuals and organizations.
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Millennium Beach & Spray Park Fees (purchase annual pass)
| 2010 Season Rates | |||
| Memorial Day-Labor Day | |||
| Day Passes | Annual Passes | ||
| Adults (16-62) | $4 | Family | $50 |
| Seniors (63+) | $3 | Individual Adult (16-62) | $40 |
| Children (3-15) | $2 | Individual Senior | $25 |
| under 3 | free | Nonprofit/Agency | $50 |
Enclosed Shelter Rates
| 2010 Season Rates | |||
| Friday, Saturday and Sunday | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday | ||
| 10am-3pm | $275.00 | 10am-3pm | $175.00 |
| 5pm-10pm | $275.00 | 5pm-10pm | $175.00 |
| 10am-10pm | $495.00 | 10am-10pm | $325.00 |
Winter Rates for Douglas Walker Shelterhouse (heated)
| November 1 through December 31, 2009 | |
| 10am-3pm $275.00 | 10am-10pm $550.00 |
| 5pm-10pm $275.00 | |
| January 1 through April 30, 2010 | |
| 10am-3pm $300.00 | 10am-10pm $575.00 |
| 5pm-10pm $300.00 | |
Open Shelter Rates
| Brewer, Creekside, Dutton, Fallasburg, Johnson, Long Lake, Dwight Lydell, Palmer, Townsend, Rogue River, Wabasis, Wahlfield | Per Day $130.00 |
| Millennium | Per Day $150.00 |
Reservable Picnic Area Rates
| Caledonia, Creekside, Dutton, Fallasburg, Gordon, Johnson, Long Lake, Palmer, Townsend, Wabasis Lake or Douglas Walker | Per Day $50.00 |
