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Top 12 Relaxing locations in Michigan
byTiffany Woods
Live update: Updated July 29, 2021Copy link
Copy link1. Bloomer Park Rochester Hills
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Julia SWith expansive walking trails and lots of benches and tables, Bloomer Park is one of the best places to relax and take in nature while picnicking. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
2. Belle Isle
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SThe large urban park is located in the middle of the Detroit River and has great views. There's not too much to do on the island, so your picnic can be relaxing and low-key. If you want to have a larger picnic outing with the extended family, the park also accepts reservations for the picnic shelter. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
3. Indian Springs MetroPark White Lake Township
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Tiffany WoodsPart of the Detroit MetroPark system, the park has a nature center with underwater observatory, splash pad and tons of playground equipment. There's plenty of things for the kids to do when you're having a picnic. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
4. Red Oaks Water Park Madison Heights
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Tiffany WoodsRed Oaks Waterpark has three slides, a tube raft river, a large wave pool and a kiddy waterpark. This place is actually great for picnics because there are picnic tables and places to reserve for special occasions. It's also very family friendly with plenty of parking. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
5. Fenner Nature CenterLansing
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Joshua KaufmanFenner Nature Center is 130 acres of mixed habitat in the middle of a city. There's beautiful scenery, abundant wildlife, and a lot of peace and quiet for a relaxing picnic. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
6. Stoney Creek MetroPark Shelby Township
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanStoney Creek Metropark is a huge park with hilly terrain that has a ton to do, like golfing, hiking, kayaking, bicycling, swimming and more. The park is well maintained and you can reserve shelters for picnics. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
7. Bertha Brock Park Ionia
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SBertha Brock Park is a great park with a little bit of everything. It has foot trails, picnic areas, a creek running through the park, a children's play area, wooded areas, grassy open areas and much more. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
8. Belle Isle IslandDetroit
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SHaving a picnic here is a must because you have views of the Detroit and Windsor skyline. You also have access to the Dossin Museum, conservatory, aquarium, beach and more on this 987 acre island. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
9. Pinckney Rec AreaPinckney
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SPinckney Rec Area is a very large state park with lakes, woods and developed areas. There are secluded areas to hike back to, but easy access points for families as well. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
10. Belle IsleDetroit
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SDesigned by the same people who created Central Park, Belle Isle is truly a forgotten gem. It has scenic views of both downtown Detroit and downtown Windsor, as well as wild Canada Geese and plenty of room to spread out. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
11. Victoria Park Oak Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SVictoria Park is a small park in a subdivision. It's very quiet and walking distance to the community center. There is also a huge hill to go sledding on in the winter. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
12. Firefighters Park Troy
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SAt Firefighters Park, there are a lot of places to play sports, including disc golf, soccer, and sand volleyball. There are various wooded areas and many fun places to explore or play. If you're not interested in making an impromptu picnic, there are also designated picnic areas. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
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