I was just driving through and seen this pier on the map and thought I'd stop for a break…read more What a fantastic river front park. Peaceful and lots of nice waking paths. Many on the paths go out over the water which was super cool. If you driving though this would be a great place to stop and have a picnic or just wander around. With all the piers I bet I'd be a cool place to do some sunrise photography .

Beautiful views and awesome bridges. My husband and I came on a quick walk here while we were in…read moretown. It was very peaceful.

A lovely place I stumbled upon when planning a trip and a perfect place for a lunch stop. If I had…read moreonly known the next destination was rainy I would have stayed longer. A bargain of a spot for $3 a day as there is a great beach, kayak rentals, changing facilities all on the beautiful Saginaw bay. We saw jet skis and a lot of boat trailers so there must be a launch nearby. There was also campers and tents with people enjoying a pure Michigan day.

Super small beach but clean and the water was warm. Fun to watch the boys come and go. Picnic…read morebenches and park.

This is such a great little park. Pavilions are available for rental and there's a waterpark/splash…read morepad with a slide that's fun for everyone on hot summer days. The staff is friendly and available when needed. All in all, a great place to host a family reunion or similar get-together. We have been having an annual event here for almost a decade and I have yet to be disappointed!

This is the most charming water park you will ever go to. Do you want your kids to have a water…read morepark experience like when you are a kid? If yes than this is the place, beautifully nostalgic piece of happiness. To the people that run this place bravo

Really nice nature area with walking and bike trails, a bridge, picnic areas with barbecue pits, a…read morepet friendly area, and gorgeous waterfalls. We go here a few times each summer to enjoy the weather, tranquility and scenic sights.. it's a very family-oriented gathering spot, perfect for picnics, biking, hiking, jogging, relaxing, and photo opps. I really enjoy it - it's off the beaten path, nestled in a wooded area, very clean and tranquil... it's quiet and beautiful- we have taken many gorgeous photos here. There's plenty of parking, public restrooms and nice trails.. however, bring the insect repellent/ you'll want it!!

I appreciate having places to walk around. When I went to Huckleberry Railroad last year I did not…read morerealize this was an extension on the other side, so that makes the area even better if you are interested in outdoor adventures. Where we parked there was a path to get to the falls. They are not really falls, just a man made dam with concrete steps on several levels to check out the water. I could see people were able to have canoes on the lake and there was a beach and playground off to the distance on the other side. Another part of the park maybe? A lot of people were walking around with their kids or come go fishing. So it was a nice family area. I realize I am more of a resort pool with a lazy river girly, so I am not in love with the many swarms of gnats but that is me. If you are outdoorsy, this is a nice place to visit. Paired with Huckleberry railroad would be perfect.

We spent some time exploring Bay City on our way home after spending a weekend up in Port Austin…read moreand the highlight was definitely walking along the waterfront at Wenona Park. They've got plenty of seating, a bandshell for concerts, bathroom facilities, public art and more. My husband and I grabbed a pizza at the nearby Brooklyn Boyz and enjoyed a lovely picnic of sorts on one of their covered tables while watching the boats and the sun go down around us. It was lovely and one of the easier outdoor dining experiences I've had in recent memory. Parking on the adjacent street (just across from the Planetarium and the entrance to the park by the fountain) was very easy. It was a metered spot but it was on a Sunday so I believe it was free. A great place to spend an evening or an afternoon when the weather cooperates.

The downtown side of this river offers a surprisingly developed space, with an outdoor…read moreamphitheater, various boat docks, public art, and restroom facilities. While urban, the river did offer a nice shimmering blue, and a large cargo ship made for an interesting sight as it passed by. Parking is no trouble, and it's easy to walk around the downtown here, so there's no reason not to stop by this park if you're there.

It is one of the most beautiful views of Lake Huron and the beach shoreline…read more Visiting this park on numerous occasions makes returning one more adventure to enjoy year around.

Not ideal for tent camping. This is the first state campground that I have stayed at, so I don't…read morehave anything to compare it to. We usually stay at more rustic campgrounds. The spaces were close together and there were lot of flies everywhere. There was a poop smell throughout the campground and the beach. With the campsites being so close together you could hear everyone "yelling at their kids" or partying until 2:00 AM. The bathrooms had dirty floors and the shower was gross. The beach was a nice short walk just across the bridge and to the other side of the road. There were lots of campers and many of them had lights on at night or hung lights outside their camper which created light pollution so you could not see the stars. Maybe you want to hang out with a bunch of strangers and listen to their business or their partying until the wee hours of the morning. If that sounds like fun then you should definitely come here. If you came for an outdoor experience, wanted to see the stars or hear nature then I would avoid this campground.

This park is amazing! So many great trails to take your dog on. Everything is really clean and well…read morekept. We also haven't had a bad interaction with anyone or any dogs on the trails. It's so great for new puppies like ours!

Free. Quiet. Beach is small, it's more a huge pond, but it's nice to stick your feet in and lay…read moreout. Not crowded. Basketball court and bmx and picnic tables and volleyball. Fun! I even saw dogs off leash!

This is a really nice place to see owls and Bald Eagles. Very big bald eagle population in this…read morenature preserve. Just before sunrise and sunset it's not uncommon to hear Coyotes howling or to see Wood Ducks. It's a nice hike. Five miles of well defined trails in 220 acres of woods and water.

2025 Fall, "hidden" amazing state park area. Search for "Tobico Marsh Trail" for parking. Well…read moremaintained. Short unpaved walking trails for families or couples or those with pet(s). I recommend heading towards the observation towers. The Observation Tower is nothing special but enjoyed a different view of the park. Pier was closed off, however it was a good location for a rustic picture.

Wanted to check out Saginaw Bay and found myself in a road trip. Came across the Bay City State…read morePark and I have a state park pass on my license plate so I figured I would pop in and check it out. On this particular day they had a waterfowl festival event with food trucks, vendors, puppies and much more. Spent the day enjoying the festival and the park. I really liked that they had a splash pad, childrens area, lots of trail options, close parking to the beach and the restrooms. The beach was not the best place to be in my opinion because of the marsh line. You could walk far out and put a chair in the water to by pass but maybe consider a different part of Saginaw Bay might be a better place to swim and enjoy the beach.

Wow!! I love it here! My hubby planned a day trip here for us. I had never heard of Whiting Forest…read morebefore. I didn't honestly know what to expect but loved it all. The canopy walk just blew us away. I love the hammock area where you can sit suspended above the ground, that was my favorite. It was so unique and interesting as were the other areas they had to climb into. Besides the beauty that surrounded us everywhere. The thing that really stuck out to us was how well the whole area was taken care of. The gating was clean, no spiders or cobweb's hanging anywhere, as is the case most places. And for someone who hates spiders. I can't tell you how much it's appreciated. If you are looking for pricing. It's $10 a person $2 for students. Or $20 a year per person. We had purchased a day ticket. But after 10 minutes knew that we had to change that. So before we left we went and purchased the year passes!! This also includes the Dow Gardens

Such a wonderful place for the entire family to enjoy!! Definitely a must to buy their yearly…read morepass!!