Last updated October 4, 2026 · ranked from 7,407 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 7 parks in and around Grand Rapids, MI, led by Huff Park, Hillcrest Dog Park and Riverside Park. Together they have 7,407 Google reviews; Huff Park has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.7. Every place on the list is in Grand Rapids, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
A wetlands boardwalk with interpretive signs gives Huff Park a distinct focus, while its playground, baseball field, and picnic facilities support more than a walk. That combination earns it the top spot among parks in Grand Rapids, MI, backed by a 4.7 Google rating from 1,020 reviews. Children can use the swings and slides or join kid-friendly hikes, and dogs are welcome. Public restrooms, wheelchair-accessible parking and seating, and daily hours from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. add practical reasons to visit.
Dog-friendly space, a baseball field and picnic tables earn Hillcrest Dog Park the No. 2 spot among parks in Grand Rapids, MI. Located at 250 Fuller Ave NE, it offers a mix of dog-related facilities and other park amenities, backed by a 4.5 Google rating from 614 reviews. Free on-site parking makes arrival straightforward, while a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking are useful features for visitors planning a trip.
Trails, water activities and disc golf give Riverside Park its No. 3 spot among parks in Grand Rapids, MI. At 2001 Monroe Ave NE, the park offers hiking, biking and bird-watching alongside fishing, kayaking and winter sports. Families have kid-friendly hikes, slides and swings, while picnic tables and barbecue grills make room for outdoor meals. Public restrooms, free parking options and a wheelchair-accessible entrance add practical value. Its 4.6 Google rating from 3,394 reviews supports that broad recreational appeal.
Paved trails and several ways to play earn Ken-O-Sha Park the No. 4 spot among parks in Grand Rapids, MI. At 1353 Van Auken St SE, the sprawling grounds combine hiking, including kid-friendly hikes, with a playground featuring slides and swings. A basketball court and baseball field add options for sports, while picnic tables provide a place to pause for a meal. Dogs are welcome, and the park lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking. Its Google rating is 4.6 from 555 reviews.
A baseball field, basketball court, and tennis courts give Martin Luther King Park several ways to spend an active afternoon in Grand Rapids, MI. That range, paired with slides, swings, and picnic tables, earns it the No. 5 spot. Families can combine playground time with a meal, and dogs are welcome. Public restrooms, free street parking, and a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking add practical support for visits. The park holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 545 reviews.
Courts, a baseball field and a separate playground give Garfield Park several ways to spend an afternoon in Grand Rapids, MI, earning it the sixth spot. Basketball and tennis facilities support game-focused visits, while slides and swings offer options for children. Picnic tables and a barbecue grill make outdoor meals possible, and dogs are welcome. Practical amenities include public restrooms, free lot and street parking, plus a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking. The park is open daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sports and picnic facilities earn MacKay-Jaycees Park the No. 7 spot among parks in Grand Rapids, MI. Baseball and soccer fields sit alongside tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts, giving visitors several ways to spend an active afternoon. Picnic shelters, tables, and a barbecue grill support a meal together, while playground slides and swings give children another option. Public restrooms, a wheelchair-accessible entrance, and wheelchair-accessible parking round out the practical amenities. The park holds a 4.4 Google rating from 525 reviews.
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
How we ranked this list
Each park is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Grand Rapids category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
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