Outdoors in Detroit

Joe Prance Recreation Area (Nature Trail, playground, picnic)

Oudolf Garden Detroit

Cadillac Square Park

Lively square featuring a memorial fountain, a seasonal sports zone, food trucks & a weekly market.

Fargo-Oakfield Playground

Blue Heron Lagoon Trail

Blue Heron Lagoon Trail

Pingree Farms

Eliza Howell Park

Spacious city park offering nature trails, wildlife views & open lawns amid overgrown native plants.

Dequindre Cut Greenway (South End)

2-mile public greenway along a former railroad, with paved walking & cycling paths & urban artwork.

Detroit Riverwalk Park

Prairie Pathway (1.5 miles) Trailhead (North) & Butterfly Gardens

Habitat Island

Hipster Beach

Cass Park

Southwest Greenway Bagley Trailhead

360 Park

Mariner Park

Joy and Alpine Trailhead: Joe Louis Greenway

The Greening of Detroit - Lafayette Greens

Compact urban green space with organic veggie gardens, statues & seasonal events.

Cullen Family Carousel

Lush riverfront park with landscaped gardens, fountains, a play area, cafe & vintage carousel.