Visiting a new playground is a great way to change up your routine, wear out the kids and save some money – we all love free activities! Here are a few parks LittleGuide readers recommend.

 

City Park (Clawson)

Location: 935 N. Custer, Clawson, MI 48017

  • Children’s play ground
  • Fenced tot lot
  • Athletic fields
  • Modern skate park
  • .75 mile trail
  • Restrooms

 

Gallop Park (Ann Arbor)

Location: 3000 Fuller Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Park features:

  • 2 playgrounds
  • Canoe livery
  • Scenic walkways along Huron River and Geddes Pond
  • 3 mile paved trail
  • Connected to Furstenberg Nature Area

 

Dodge Park #5 (Commerce Township)

Location: 180 Commerce Rd, Commerce Charter Twp, MI 48382

  • Scarlets Playground a barrier free all inclusive playground
  • Athletic field
  • Walking trail
  • Commerce Township Library

 

Belle Isle Playground (Detroit)

Location: 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, MI 48207

  • Playground
  • Nature Trails
  • Belle Isle Nature Center

 

Harding Park (Ferndale)

Location: 989 Mapledale St, #1075, Ferndale, MI 48220

  • Accessible playground
  • Athletic Field
  • In-line rink
  • Walking path

 

Gainsboro Park (Pleasant Ridge)

Location: Gainsboro Ave, Pleasant Ridge, MI 48069

  • Toddler + children’s playground
  • Athletic fields
  • Restrooms
  • Community garden
  • Dog park
  • Walking path

 

Steffens Park (Fraser)

Location: 33000 Garfield Rd, Fraser, MI 48026

  • Fort Fraser Playground
  • Athletic fields
  • Restrooms
  • Tennis courts
  • Outdoor skating rink (winter)

 

Bien Park (Livonia)

Location: 39392 Ross St, Livonia MI 48154

  • Playground
  • Athletic fields
  • Paved walking trail
  • Picnic tables

 

 

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