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Belle Isle Park is home to the Belle Isle Aquarium, the Belle Isle Conservatory, the Belle Isle Nature Center, the James Scott Memorial Fountain, the Dossin Great Lakes Museum, a municipal golf course, a half-mile (800 m) swimming beach, and numerous other monuments and attractions.
- 982 acres (397 ha)
- State park
- 1845 (2014 as a state park)
- Camp Out or Stay in the Bel Air House. Before you plan your trip, decide how you want to stay at Belle Isle State Park. The campground has an RV park, full service and primitive camping, and two houses for rent.
- Take a Nature Tour by Canoe. One of the most peaceful ways to soak in the beauty of the area is by canoe or kayak. Belle Isle offers self-guided family canoe trips.
- Geocache Your Way Around by Bike. Throw your bikes on the rack before you head to Belle Isle. You and your family can use million dollar satellites to find hidden treasures in the woods using geocache technology.
- Catch a Crab. Splash a hand line in the water and see if you pull up a jimmy or a sook! Not sure what all that means? Then this is the program for you. Belle Isle State Park offers a great intro to crabbing for just $2 per person, but be careful they can pinch!
Jun 7, 2023 · The expansive park covers a wide variety of tidal wetlands, farmlands and upland forests. This array of habitats allows for many recreational opportunities, including hiking, biking, horseback-riding, camping and more.
Aug 3, 2023 · Belle Isle State Park, also known to many locals as just Belle Isle, is a great place for families to spend the day! It’s located in the middle of the Detroit River and has many attractions to enjoy while you’re there. Quick details about Belle Isle. Photo credit: Belle Isle Conservancy. Address: 99 Pleasure Drive, Detroit.
Public Transit: The #12 Conant Bus line stops right in front of the Aquarium/Conservatory complex. Location: The bridge to enter Belle Isle Park is located at the intersection of Jefferson Ave and East Grand Blvd. The Park's administration office is located at 99 Pleasure Drive, Detroit, MI 48207. Click HERE to download a park map.
Apr 20, 2024 · Do you want to escape to nature without leaving the city? Visit Belle Isle State Park, a Detroit Michigan destination with trails, shoreline, museums, & more.
Feb 19, 2024 · As the DNR plots the future course of Belle Isle as a state park, it is letting those who love the park have their say. A mobility study suggested two-way traffic on the island — the ability to turn left once arriving on the island off the MacArthur Bridge — would improve access to Belle Isle's west end.
