32 Best Stops Between Muskegon and Ann Arbor (2025)

The red trail was so awesome! There is so much wildlife to see.Many birds ate birdseed right from my hand, which was an awesome experience. The restroom was nice too. It's a building, not a Porta potty.I highly recommend this place.And, in some spots, the mosquitoes & flies were a bit annoying, but other than that, they weren't that bad.

Cathy M — Google review

Pretty, especially in fall with leaves changing colours. Good place for hike/ bike and boating. Lot of trails of all sizes.Large area with lake in the middle makes it worth while.In summer keep at least 3 to 4 hours or more for water slides and boating. In fall / winter temperatures did quite a bit. Bundle up as wind is very strong.Head up, restrooms and other facilities are closed in fall and winter

Tariq M — Google review

Pretty, especially in fall with leaves changing colours. Good place for hike/ bike and boating. Lot of trails of all sizes.Large area with lake in the middle makes it worth while.In summer keep at least 3 to 4 hours or more for water slides and boating. In fall / winter temperatures did quite a bit. Bundle up as wind is very strong.Head up, restrooms and other facilities are closed in fall and winter

Tariq M — Google review

Kensington Metropark is a beautiful park located in Milford, Michigan. It is home to a variety of activities and amenities, making it a great place to spend a day with family and friends.We enjoyed the nature trails so many birds, chipmunks, squirrels and rabbits. Some birds came very close to us and we enjoyed seeing them so close up. The boardwalk near the nature center is a good place to spot fish and we saw a huge prehistoric looking turtle. This was a nice place to visit.

William J — Google review

What an amazing experience! I love two hours away and have been telling literally everybody about this place. The staff was so sweet and helpful. They seemed to really enjoy their job. We spent most of our time hiking in the nature center. I think the only suggestion I would have, is to offer a place to buy bird seed on sure for those who forget it. It would also help control what seeds are introduced to the environment.We paused at the splash pad (not worth it for us as my two just wanted to go to the lake which was free.) We spent more time at the lake.

Tessa G — Google review

Arrived midday on a Saturday and it wasn’t terribly busy. Parked at the Nature Center but noticed that dogs aren’t allowed on the trails there so we walked along the lake instead. It’s so lovely here. Wonderful place for biking, kayaking, walking, picnicking, anything at all.

Nicole R — Google review

Arrived midday on a Saturday and it wasn’t terribly busy. Parked at the Nature Center but noticed that dogs aren’t allowed on the trails there so we walked along the lake instead. It’s so lovely here. Wonderful place for biking, kayaking, walking, picnicking, anything at all.

Nicole R — Google review

I grew up always going to this park now I get to take my own kids there!!!! This place is great for a 2 year old and this place is great for my 15 year old and this place is great fore and my husband because we love to hike and swim with our children.

Bonnie C — Google review

What an amazing experience! I love two hours away and have been telling literally everybody about this place. The staff was so sweet and helpful. They seemed to really enjoy their job. We spent most of our time hiking in the nature center. I think the only suggestion I would have, is to offer a place to buy bird seed on sure for those who forget it. It would also help control what seeds are introduced to the environment.We paused at the splash pad (not worth it for us as my two just wanted to go to the lake which was free.) We spent more time at the lake.

Tessa G — Google review

What an amazing experience! I love two hours away and have been telling literally everybody about this place. The staff was so sweet and helpful. They seemed to really enjoy their job. We spent most of our time hiking in the nature center. I think the only suggestion I would have, is to offer a place to buy bird seed on sure for those who forget it. It would also help control what seeds are introduced to the environment.We paused at the splash pad (not worth it for us as my two just wanted to go to the lake which was free.) We spent more time at the lake.

Tessa G — Google review

We loved it! There are lots of possibilities to park and eat or go for a walk. We even visited a small museum about turtles and birds. It's perfect for a day trip. Nature is really beautiful. And the Kensington Metropark is so wide that you must use the car to see all areas. Next time, we will come back and visit some other areas which we haven't seen yet. It's totally worth it!

Liz B — Google review

We loved it! There are lots of possibilities to park and eat or go for a walk. We even visited a small museum about turtles and birds. It's perfect for a day trip. Nature is really beautiful. And the Kensington Metropark is so wide that you must use the car to see all areas. Next time, we will come back and visit some other areas which we haven't seen yet. It's totally worth it!

Liz B — Google review

This is one of my favorite parks with miles of hiking and bicycling trails, boat and kayak rentals, and sometimes an amazing Art Fair. Did I forget the beaches? Yes, and there are lots of Picknick tables and BBQ options.

Vibhas K — Google review

There to play golf. End of the season. Greens are aerated and dry. Very fast. Overall, it's in pretty good shape . Hadn't been there in years. Good to be back.

Michael P — Google review

There to play golf. End of the season. Greens are aerated and dry. Very fast. Overall, it's in pretty good shape . Hadn't been there in years. Good to be back.

Michael P — Google review

Magical green sanctuary where patience and peanuts will get you birds eating out of your hand! Sand hill cranes, turkeys, grey - red - brown squirrels, and chipmunks are all around to see! DO NOT HAND FEED raccoons - seems harmless, but puts you at risk for baylisascaris, a roundworm that goes to your brain - there is no effective treatment; raccoons excrete the eggs, which wind up on their fur and paws, and these are passed along to you, if you touch them. Stay safe!

Cystoqueen — Google review

Ever Metro park has been a 5. The list of things to do are emence. Visit the web sites for the recreational interest you have.My pics are from the boat ride which is cheap and highly recommended. The captain was none stop with great info of the park right from the first day of construction.

Glen W — Google review

Ever Metro park has been a 5. The list of things to do are emence. Visit the web sites for the recreational interest you have.My pics are from the boat ride which is cheap and highly recommended. The captain was none stop with great info of the park right from the first day of construction.

Glen W — Google review

Went for the Holi celebrations organized by Shiznay, and it led me to discover this beautiful park. You can easily spend a day here with the walking trails, kayaking, picnicking, and cycling.

Priyanka R — Google review

Always a great place to go for a little nature. The park is always clean and there's a variety of trails and wildlife to enjoy. It's a great place for a picnic and outdoor parties, as well as kayaking or fishing. There's also the nature center with some cool stuff for kids and adults.I highly recommend Kensington for anyone looking for an easy getaway to recharge from life.

Tiffany B — Google review

If you can look at a map on their website that is the best view of what the park is like. Basically it goes in a circle around the lake. I think they said the bike trail around it was 8 miles. This place is so amazing, where do I start? It has everything you could ever want in a park all in one place. It cost the car $10 to get in for the day so super cheap. If you want to do the two water slides and splash pad that cost $7 a person. Adults have to pay as well. But it is still pretty cheap if you consider how much it cost to go to a water park for the day. We have not seen everything here, they have horseback riding and a farm petting area. There is a nature center and some trails you can walk on. The birds are very friendly. There are two beaches that have not seemed crowded when we have gone yet. I'm sure they're more busy over the weekend . The playgrounds are just phenomenal. There is a lot of newer and unique looking equipment. We have a 2-hour drive to get here so our plan is we first go to the trails and nature center. Then we eat our picnic by the water. Then we go to the beach and water activities. We enjoyed coming here so much that we will be planning on attending multiple times every summer. We love this place so much!

Cassandra L — Google review

If you can look at a map on their website that is the best view of what the park is like. Basically it goes in a circle around the lake. I think they said the bike trail around it was 8 miles. This place is so amazing, where do I start? It has everything you could ever want in a park all in one place. It cost the car $10 to get in for the day so super cheap. If you want to do the two water slides and splash pad that cost $7 a person. Adults have to pay as well. But it is still pretty cheap if you consider how much it cost to go to a water park for the day. We have not seen everything here, they have horseback riding and a farm petting area. There is a nature center and some trails you can walk on. The birds are very friendly. There are two beaches that have not seemed crowded when we have gone yet. I'm sure they're more busy over the weekend . The playgrounds are just phenomenal. There is a lot of newer and unique looking equipment. We have a 2-hour drive to get here so our plan is we first go to the trails and nature center. Then we eat our picnic by the water. Then we go to the beach and water activities. We enjoyed coming here so much that we will be planning on attending multiple times every summer. We love this place so much!

Cassandra L — Google review

We've been visiting the nature trails lately and feeding the birds. This is a fun family activity, and the trails are nice. Kensington is such a beautiful park, and there's so much to do. We really enjoy our adventures there!

A M — Google review

We were in the area for a regatta. The park is beautiful however you can't ask directions at the gate and you can't exit the park and come back in the same day without buying the yearly pass. I don't mind paying to park but I wasn't a fan of the situation. Also the water to the restrooms and fountains were not turned on and accessible. How are you going to invite 10,000 people to your park and not have flushable toilets.

Katie H — Google review

Kensington metro park is one of the best places to visit be it for a birthday party or a BBQ party. The park has a lake view with lovely cranes, geese’s and a few animals during summer. The park is neat with a peaceful environment to enjoy. Lovely place for hiking, boating, cycling and various interests.

Nida F — Google review

Kensington metro park is one of the best places to visit be it for a birthday party or a BBQ party. The park has a lake view with lovely cranes, geese’s and a few animals during summer. The park is neat with a peaceful environment to enjoy. Lovely place for hiking, boating, cycling and various interests.

Nida F — Google review

32 Best Stops Between Muskegon and Ann Arbor (2025)

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