The Fall 2022 Story Walk Schedule (September-December) is up! Pages from a featured book will be posted along a path at one of the parks listed below for your family to read together. Stories are available during park hours. Registration is not required. For more...
Update: January 2023 Coffee with the Birds - 2022/2023 Events Enjoy a hot cup of coffee and some baked goodies as you watch the birds at the feeders and discuss various birding topics with a naturalist. Bring your bird questions, curiosities and stories, and don't...
Thanks to a generous donation by Yanfeng through their iCare program, Paw Paw Park finally has its namesake tree. Pawpaws are tropical-looking understory trees that grow naturally along rivers in Southwest Michigan. Although there were only a couple of recently...
On October 27, a dedication event was held for the David VanGinhoven Memorial Trail located at Hemlock Crossing. The plaque honors David’s 11 years of service and dedication to Ottawa County Parks and the Commission board. The trail is highlighted in pink on the map...
Cross-Country & Skate Ski Clinic Schedule $8/person; all lessons are offered at Pigeon Creek Park. Ski rentals are available, rental fee is not included. LEVELS: Beginner: Learn about equipment and basic techniques. Ages 10+; one adult must accompany every two...
Over the past month, the site drainage has been completed and layer of asphalt has been laid. Structural steel also continues to be installed.
Work continues on the site of the Family Justice Center. Many steel beams have been placed and decking is going in. Outside, the site drainage is being installed and the parking lot is being grated and prepped for paving in advance of the cold and wet seasons ahead....
Park Closure Information Please note that North Ottawa Dunes & Ottawa Sands will be CLOSED for an annual wildlife management hunt on Friday, November 18 through Monday, November 21, 2022. Access is by permission only; those in the parks without permission will be...
The Get to Know your Parks series aims to introduce people to the natural & cultural history of each park as well as how any past, current and future projects are actively enhancing both its natural and recreational value. They include a hike to different notable...