We absolutely love coming to Robert C. Valade Park. It's such a unique spot along the RiverWalk and…read morethere's always something to do. The kids have a blast at the playground, playing in the sand, and we usually end up hanging out inside for a picnic while borrowing one of the games they have available. There always seems to be a food truck around, which is a nice bonus, and the new barge serving drinks with its little seating area is such a fun addition. The bathrooms are clean and well maintained. Even in the winter this park is worth visiting because they have sleds available, making it fun year-round. This place keeps getting better every time we visit, and it's become one of our favorite family spots in Detroit.

Dia De Los Muertos 2024 Review:…read more A beautiful Saturday along the waterfront. Limited parking available, with a paid lot just a short walk away. There was an Ofrenda set up to pay homage to those who have passed. There were a few vendors selling crafts (think day of the dead headbands, ponchos, etc...) There was an arts and crafts table for the little and someone giving away pieces of bread. The dancers rolled out in traditional Mexican dress and danced away! If the kids lose interest, no fear- there's a playground right there! Also, so is Canada... in the distance. A nice way to experience the riverwalk in Detroit. Pro tip: there is a brewery at the end of the block! (Atwater)

We had a great evening playing ice hockey this winter with our son. The NHL built this ice sheet…read morein the park as part of their community outreach program when Detroit hosted the outdoor game. The park is very conveniently located from the center of town or off of I-75. We found everything to be very clean and well cared for. I would highly recommend taking the opportunity to visit the park, or better yet play a hockey game here if you have the chance.

My wife and I visited many different locations while we were in Detroit over the weekend. Clark…read morePark was one that we visited took a few photos but did not stay that long. It's not in the greatest part of town to be honest yeah we did not enjoy it too much I would not visit again to be honest I mean it's a Park to wide-open spaces are some nice little things take pictures of it it's nothing special just kind of ordinary could probably use some updates

Love Campus Martius. Especially the winter season with all the beautiful lights , the huge…read moreChristmas tree.... summer time they have movies where you sit and watch them . It's just a nice little park right in the middle of Detroit.

I was in and around Campus Martius all week as my employer's Detroit office is in the immediate…read morearea. It is a beautiful park in downtown Detroit (at least in the day time) and with the shaded tables, a perfect spot for a bite or a drink on a super hot day. Named Campus Martius for "Field of Mars" it is the reference point for Detroit's "mile" roads. Look for the Zero Mile Marker on the ground - Seven Mile and Eight Mile are precisely seven and eight miles from this spot, respectively. It was originally a militia drill ground back in the 1800s and the First Michigan Infantry Regiment departed from Campus Martius in 1861 for the Civil War. The park opened in 2004 and includes the beautiful Woodward Fountain, a seasonal ice rink and a seasonal beach. The - Michigan Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument is also here. [Review 694 of 2025 - 401 in Michigan - 24255 overall]

We like Elizabeth Park. It is located on the Detroit River in Trenton. There are…read morebike/rollerblade/walking lanes around the one way road. There are kayak launches, picnic areas, & two playgrounds.

A pretty, decently kept up, close park. There's space for…read morewalking, a playground for children, a designated fishing pier, other fishing available, and space for picnics. We caught a lot of fish, and had a very enjoyable picnic. I had totally forgot this was berry, But I won't repeat the mistake. Don't forget to visit the close by ice cream spot too.

Vegetation, wildlife, nice section of the Riverwalk. There is a food stall for snacks during…read moresummer. Very nice path for biking and walking. Nice view looking at the Detroit River and downtown. Weekend there are plenty of people exercising, fishing and have gathering at the park. Parking, is street parking. I think ppl can park next to DNR if they are close. And there is parking lot near the fountain/food stall

I went to the trouble of renting a scooter to make my way from the RenCen to the Milliken Harbor so…read morethat I could view and appreciate the Milliken Lighthouse. Only recently constructed in 2004 during the first phase of the park's development, it stands at 63 feet tall and was designed as a scaled-down replica of the Tawas Point Lighthouse, a historic beacon on Lake Huron built in 1876. This lighthouse doesn't serve a traditional navigational role like its Great Lakes predecessors. Instead, it marks the entrance to the harbor and serves as a visual anchor for the park. The park itself was originally named Tri-Centennial State Park, commemorating the founding of Fort Detroit in 1701, and was later renamed in 2009 to honor Governor William G. Milliken, a champion of environmental stewardship. The lighthouse is not open for touring but the grounds around it are fully accessible from all angles. It is a rare lighthouse that is visible from two countries. [Round number review 1000 of 2025 - 476 in Michigan - 24554 overall]

I visit at least one time a year for the Dearborn Decades 5k. Beautiful place to have a race.read more

This park either looks amazing or dull depending on which way you drive in. I parked on the south…read morelot and it looked a little disappointing. There's a nature trail and a run down, small playground. Across the bridge and on top of cherry hill lies an incredibly designed new playground for older kids. My 3 year old struggled a bit bit the 5 year old loved it.

Beacon Park is a pretty nice park to visit if you're looking for a break from the Urban Sprawl…read more Tip: Unlike most city parks, this one is surfaced with astro turf, rather than grass. That said, the restaurant here actually has grass on it's roof. During the warm months, there are a different types of blooming flowers decorating the venu. The park often has different attractions available at different times throughout the year.

I love this park. There's always something to do. Free events, workout classes: its a whole viberead more

Located just east of the Belle Isle Bridge, Gabriel Richard Park is a dappled oasis of green lawns…read moreand trees with a lovely walkway along the sparkling Detroit river at its southern edge. I visited recently with a friend in order to walk the park's labyrinth. Labyrinths are have existed from ancient times. They are carefully constructed patterns that one walks as an aid to meditation. The one in Gabriel Richard park is located west of the butterfly walks in the shadow of the Belle Isle Bridge. It was lovely and calming to slowly walk the labyrinth's pattern with the hot sun shining down and a cooling breeze wafting off the river. If I could, I would visit the park several times a month. And if you can, you should visit it this summer (2016).