Waterfront / Gilmore Park - East Grand Rapids,
Waterfront / Gilmore Park – A Pet-Friendly Gem in East Grand Rapids
Waterfront / Gilmore Park offers serene lake views and scenic pet-friendly trails, making it a favorite dog park in East Grand Rapids for local dog owners and outdoor enthusiasts alike. With direct access to the Reeds Lake Trail, visitors and their dogs can enjoy several well-maintained hiking paths – including a floating boardwalk along the lake and trails leading to charming gazebos with shaded seating. The park’s abundant wildlife, including swans and turtles, provides a picturesque setting ideal for both leisurely strolls and longer dog-friendly hikes.
Park amenities include wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking, picnic tables, public restrooms, trash cans, and ample benches for relaxing. Kids are welcome, and the park is good for families seeking an afternoon by the water. While dogs are allowed on-leash, there are no designated off-leash or fenced areas. Bring your pup, a lunch, and enjoy all this beautiful East Grand Rapids park has to offer!
FAQs
- Are dogs allowed off-leash at this park? No, dogs must be leashed at all times.
- Is there a fenced area for dogs? No, there is no fenced area designated for dogs.
- Are there benches or seating areas for owners? Yes, benches and shaded seating areas are available throughout the park.
- Are restrooms available for owners? Yes, there are public restrooms on-site.
- Is the park wheelchair accessible? Yes, there are wheelchair accessible entrances and parking lots.
- Are there walking or hiking trails connected to the park? Yes, the Reeds Lake Trail and additional hiking trails go through the park.
- Are picnics or BBQs allowed? Picnics are welcome; picnic tables and gazebos are available.
- Is there shade or shelter available? Yes, there are gazebos and shaded seating.
- Are trash bins or waste stations provided? Trash cans are available and easy to find.
Reviews
Great lake views and trails. The Reeds Lake Trail goes through the park. Two branches of the trail lead through the park to the lakeside. One leads to a long floating boardwalk on the lake, with amazing views of the lake and surroundings. The other leads to two small gazebos with tables under and more uncovered seating nearby. There are informational displays in the park, and more benches along the trail.
Great views of Reed’s lake. It’s a wonderful place to walk your dog, and the trash cans are easy to find. The trails are well kept up so they’re easy to walk. There are several options of trails so you don’t have to walk the same way each visit. The wildlife (swans, ducks, frogs ) are fun to watch, and there are benches to sit if you want. You could pack a lunch if you want, because there are picnic tables.
Nice little Park very close to Rose’s Restaurant.
Always beautiful waterside park! Today saw pair of nesting Mute Swans with eggs in nest; another area three turtles 🐢 sunny themselves on a log!
a nice park to go birdwatching and enjoy the view of the lake.