Parks & Nature Centers
- Centennial Park
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Originally Holland's marketplace, this Victorian-era park has brick pathways, flowerbeds, a gazebo, a traditional Dutch fountain and a fish pond. Many of Holland's popular events take place here.
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- DeGraaf Nature Center
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Take a walk on the wild side at DeGraaf Nature Center. You don't need to drive out of town to get in touch with nature. If you have 20 minutes or 2 hours, you will enjoy exploring the woodland, shrub, marsh and pond trails of this 18 acre preserve located…
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http://www.degraaf.org • 616.355.1057
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- Dunton Park
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Howard Ave., just west of N. River Ave.
Launch your boat, fish from the pier, hold family picnics in the covered pavillion, or just take a relaxing walk through the boardwalks of this delightful park.
Pet friendly - on leash. Playground. Boat launch…
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- Helder Park
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This large popular sports park has numerous sport fields, tennis courts, and playgrounds.
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- Hemlock Crossing
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With 239 acres and over six miles of trails, you'll get your fill of hiking and cross-country skiing. Factilities include a kayak/canoe launch, and over a mile of paved trail.
Picnic/Shelter.
Pet friendly - seasonal restrictions apply - please see…
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http://www.miottawa.org
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- Holland State Park
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Holland State Park offers an expansive, sandy beach along Lake Michigan, two large campgrounds and a beautiful view of sailboats and sunsets. The park is divided into two separate units, one along Lake Michigan and the other along Lake Macatawa, each…
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http://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=458&type=SPRK • 800.447.2757 • 616.399.9390
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- Kirk Park
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Stretching along Lake Michigan's shoreline just north of Holland, this park boasts 66 acres of sandy beach, wooded dunes and high bluffs. Facilities include a picnic shelter, rustic lodge, playground, concession and modern rest rooms. Nature trails with…
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http://www.miottawa.org/ParksVI/Parks/kirk.htm • 616.738.4810
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- Kollen Park
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West end of 10th St. at Van Raalte Ave.
Near downtown on Lake Macatawa, this is one of Holland's most beautiful recreational parks. Visit the Queretaro Fountain, given by our sister city Queretaro, Mexico, and the Immigrant Statue, from the people…
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http://www.cityofholland.com/Brix?pageID=430
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- Laketown Beach
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The lengthy stairway at this lakeside location provides incredible vistas and access to Lake Michigan. It also helps protect the fragile dune environment.
142nd Ave., west off 64th St.
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616.335.3050
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- Macatawa Greenway
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The mission of the Macatawa Greenway Partnership is to preserve and connect open and green spaces, streams, and natural lands to create greenway corridors to benefit people and wildlife in the Greater Holland/Zeeland area,
developing recreational opportunities…
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http://www.macatawagreenway.org • 616.396.2353
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- Moran Park
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A true neighborhood park, Moran Park is bursting with activities. Basketball, tennis, and volleyball; a covered picnic area and a playground just for fun.
22nd St. and Pine Ave.
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- Mt. Pisgah Dune Boardwalk
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The towering dune east of the Holland State Park is newly accessible thanks to a new boardwalk and stair system completed in the summer of 2008. With its apex 157 feet above Lake Michigan, the boardwalk culminates with breathtaking views of Lake Macatawa…
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- Ottawa County Dog Park
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Located on the Ottawa County Fair Grounds property, this recent addition to Holland has sections for large and small dogs. During the summer months running water is available for the dogs.
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- Outdoor Discovery Center
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A non-profit outdoor education center founded by Wildlife Unlimited of Allegan and Ottawa Counties and partnered with the Ottawa Area Intermediate School District. Over 15,000 people participate in programs annually including school children, special…
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http://www.outdoordiscoverycenter.org • 616.393.9453
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- Pigeon Creek Park
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This 282-acre park has over 10 miles of winding trails for the hiking enthusiast. Some trails are designated for biking and equestrian use and a 0.9 mile trail loop is barrier free. In winter, cross country ski the lighted, groomed trails, and sled down…
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http://www.miottawa.org
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- Pine Creek Park
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Avail yourself of the peace and natural beauty with a stroll on the rustic boardwalk through the wetlands.
Access from either Lakewood Boulevard or Ottawa Beach Road west of 144th Ave.
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616.399.4520
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- Quincy Park
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The site of several sports tournaments throughout the year, this sports park has numerous fields and a playground.
Playground and picnic/shelter.
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- Riley Street Trails
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Gently rolling terrain in a spectacular wooded area make this a very popular spot for cross country skiers and hikers.
Pets on leashes welcome.
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616.399.4520
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- Sanctuary Woods Preserve
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Take a breathtaking hike through the forest to the dune stairway and climb your way to a stunning view of both Lake Macatawa and Lake Michigan.
At the west end of 32nd Street.
Laketown Township.
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616.335.3050
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- Tunnel Park
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This park has an extensive beach plus picnic areas, two picnic shelters, four sand volleyball courts, a children's playground complete with a dune climb, and a dune stairway with spectacular views of Lake Michigan.
Pets permitted on leash October 2…
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http://www.co.ottawa.mi.us/ParksVI/Parks/tunnel.htm • 616.738.4810
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- Upper Macatawa Natural Area
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The Upper Macatawa Conservation Area (UMCA), located in Zeeland Township, has been rapidly growing. The site now includes 576 acres with the potential for up to 700 acres in the future. With input from county residents, guidance from the Macatawa Greenway…
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http://www.miottawa.org/ParksVI/Parks/open.htm#uppermacatawa • 616.738.4810
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- VanRaalte Farm Park
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Benjamin Van Raalte, son of Holland's founder, built the home that still stands in the center of this park, now maintained as a nature and recreation area. You can hike or cross-country ski the extensive trails or whoosh down the sledding hill.
Use…
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http://www.degraaf.org • 616.355.1057
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- Winstrom Park
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Frisbee golf course, tennis courts, basketball court, playground, soccer fields and ball diamonds.
160th Ave. at Perry St.
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616.399.4520
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