Grand Rapids Area Trails

Grand Rapids and the Kent County area is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. It offers convenient access to nature-based experiences combined with the excitement and amenities of an urban destination providing the best of a city trip and the outdoors.

Sun shining through trees at Blandford Nature Center.

Experiences

Nature Nearby: Parks, Trails, Woods, and Wildlife Within 10 Minutes Of Downtown Grand Rapids

photo by Brian Craig for Experience Grand Rapids

Recreation

Hit the Trails with West Michigan’s Mountain Biking Guide

photo by West Michigan Mountain Biking Alliance

Accessibility

Ideas for Accessible Parks and Trails in Grand Rapids

photo by Brian Craig for Experience Grand Rapids

Main with backpack biking on White Pine Trail

Experiences

Explore Greater Grand Rapids: Bike the White Pine Trail

photo by Photo credit: Matthew Medendorp

Family hiking in the forest at Aman Park.

Experiences

Off the Beaten Path: 6 Fall Hikes and Trails Around Grand Rapids

photo by Experience Grand Rapids

Experiences

Biking Kent Trails Along Millennium Park

photo by Experience Grand Rapids

Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park named Top 100 Rails-to-Trails in the US

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Snowmobile

There are two snowmobile trails heads with designated parking within Kent County. Check out the Snowmobile Trails in Kent County [PDF] map. Be sure to purchase your snowmobile trail permit or ORV license. Interested in other snowmobile trails in Michigan, explore the DNR's Interactive Map!

Search Area Trails

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Thank You for Practicing Good Trail Etiquette

Knowing how to share trails with other users and protect trail environments from damage helps ensure a safe, enjoyable and sustainable experience for all. Check the Michigan DNR Courtesy on the Trail guidelines before you venture out. Explore more trails with the Michigan DNR.