Park Reservations
John Ball Zoological Garden
Summer DiscoveryKent County Parks
1700 Butterworth SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49534-7065
Phone: (616) 336-PARK (7275)
Fax: (616)336-2988
Kent County Parks Foundation
County Parks Facility Guide
Millennium Park Brochure
The Parks Department is responsible for managing 37 county parks; including L.E. Kaufman Golf Course, Wabasis Lake Campground and Kent Trails.
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.
View the DRAFT 2008-2012
The Kent County Parks Department is seeking public feedback on its draft 2008-2012 Recreation and Natural Areas Master Plan.
This plan is intended to guide County decision making on future park development, improvements and operations. The plan is
available for review from April 30 - June 15, 2008 at the Parks office at 1700 Butterworth SW, at the Grand Rapids Public Library
main branch at 111 Library St NE, and online by clicking this link. |
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.
Green Places Newsletter
Fall 2006 | Summer 2006 | Summer 2005 | Winter 2005 | Fall 2004 | Summer 2004
Millennium Beach & Spray Park Fees
| Memorial Day-Labor Day | |||
| Day Passes | Annual Passes | ||
| Adults (16-62) | $3 | Family | $40 |
| Seniors (63+) | $2 | Individual Adult (16-62) | $35 |
| Children (3-15) | $1 | Individual Senior | $20 |
| under 3 | free | ||
Enclosed Shelter Rates
| Friday, Saturday and Sunday | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday |
| 10am-3pm $255.00 | 10am-3pm $150.00 |
| 5pm-10pm $255.00 | 5pm-10pm $150.00 |
| 10am-10pm $480.00 | 10am-10pm $300.00 |
Winter Rates for Douglas Walker Shelterhouse (heated)
| November 1 throughout April 30 | |
| 10am-3pm $275.00 | 10am-10pm $550.00 |
| 5pm-10pm $275.00 | |
Open Shelter Rates
| Townsend | Per Day $90.00 |
| Brewer, Creekside, Dutton, Fallasburg, Johnson, Long Lake, Dwight Lydell, Palmer, 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 |
