State Parks Near Grand Rapids, Michigan
13 state park units lie within 50 miles of Grand Rapids. The closest is Bass River Recreation Area, about 18 mi west of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Bass River Recreation Area18 mi west
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 13 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 8parks list campsites
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Grand Rapids, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Grand Rapids; driving distance is usually longer.
Bass River Recreation Area
Bass River Recreation Area is a 1,662-acre recreation area in Ottawa County, about 11 miles east of Grand Haven.
Hours, fees and rules for Bass River Recreation Area →Yankee Springs Recreation Area
For overnight stays there are 4 camping areas (tent sites and equestrian camping).
Hours, fees and rules for Yankee Springs Recreation Area →Ionia Recreation Area
Overnight options include 5 camping areas, with tent sites and equestrian camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Ionia Recreation Area →Holland State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach. Camping is available: 2 camping areas, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Holland State Park →Grand Haven State Park
Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Grand Haven State Park →P.J. Hoffmaster State Park
For overnight stays there are 2 camping areas (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for P.J. Hoffmaster State Park →Saugatuck Dunes State Park
In Allegan County, about 7 miles southwest of Holland, Saugatuck Dunes State Park covers about 997 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Saugatuck Dunes State Park →Newaygo State Park
For overnight stays there are 2 camping areas (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Newaygo State Park →Muskegon State Park
Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Muskegon State Park →Kal-Haven Trail State Park
Covering about 2,234 acres, Kal-Haven Trail State Park lies in Van Buren County, about 12 miles southwest of Allegan.
Hours, fees and rules for Kal-Haven Trail State Park →Duck Lake State Park
Covering about 766 acres, Duck Lake State Park lies in Muskegon County, about 11 miles northwest of Muskegon.
Hours, fees and rules for Duck Lake State Park →Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park
Covering about 926 acres, Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park lies in Mecosta County, about 6 miles south of Big Rapids.
Hours, fees and rules for Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park →Fort Custer Recreation Area
Overnight options include 4 camping areas, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Custer Recreation Area →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Grand Rapids
- Yankee Springs Recreation Area 25 mi south · Campground listed
- Ionia Recreation Area 27 mi east · Campground listed
- Holland State Park 31 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Grand Haven State Park 31 mi west · Campground listed
- P.J. Hoffmaster State Park 33 mi west · Campground listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Swimming near Grand Rapids
- Holland State Park 31 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
Questions about state parks near Grand Rapids
What is the closest state park to Grand Rapids?
Bass River Recreation Area is the closest, about 18 miles west of Grand Rapids in a straight line. Next are Yankee Springs Recreation Area and Ionia Recreation Area.
How many state parks are near Grand Rapids?
13 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Grand Rapids have camping?
8 parks list camping, the nearest being Yankee Springs Recreation Area, Ionia Recreation Area and Holland State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Grand Rapids?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Grand Rapids?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Ionia, MI29 mi east
- Near Muskegon, MI35 mi northwest
- Near Kalamazoo, MI48 mi south
- Near Lansing, MI58 mi east
- Near Mount Pleasant, MI62 mi northeast
- Near Owosso, MI75 mi east
- Near Coldwater, MI78 mi southeast
- Near Jackson, MI81 mi southeast
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.