Belle Isle Park

Belle Isle State Park is a 982-acre (1.534 sq mi) island park in the Detroit River, between the United States mainland and Canada, managed by the State of Michigan as a state park. It is connected to the rest of Detroit, Michigan by the MacArthur Bridge.

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    (313) 628-2081

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    belleislepark.org

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Jefferson Ave. (at E Grand Blvd.) Detroit , MI 48207 United States

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Steven Jackson

Large Beautiful public park nestled right outside downtown Detroit. So much to do there. I recommend a visit if you are in the area.

James Witman

At almost 1000 acres, you are sure to find something fun to do on Belle Isle. Be sure to visit the beautiful Conservatory , the Dossin Great Lakes Museum , or just enjoy the fantastic views of the river

HISTORY

The island was landscaped in the 1880s & served as a staging ground by the U.S. military during World War II for a re-enactment of a Pacific island invasion by the Navy and Marine Corps.

Yolanda Beatty

It's a great place to go and have a picnic with your significant other or your family, the beach is also awesome

Nycole Kelly

The park is in great condition these days, with lots of walking trails , bike lanes, picnic areas , playgrounds and a beach . Spend a whole day here!

GM Renaissance Center

Enjoying a day at the park ? Stop by the GM Renaissance Center for lunch or dinner at one of our great restaurants after your done with your day in the sun: http://www.gmrencen.com/dine.axis

Nicole Rovig

Avoid walking on the grass. It is 100 percent covered in Goose poop . Some buildings are condemned. The view of the bridge to Canada is nice. The locals sit in their parked cars and smoke.

Jeeleighanne Duboius

The weather was perfect! Went bike to ding then cooled off under a willow tree with a refreshing lemon sorbet !

Jordan Skole

After you have picked up your picnic basket from Rose 's Fine Foods, head over to Belle Isle for a beautiful picnic . Just make sure to watch out for goose poop !

Geri P

Beautiful Belle Isle Fountain ! Must see it to appreciate it!

Ben Spedoske

Beautiful scenery . Great beach on the Detroit River . Lots of fantastic historic buildings . Check out the aquarium !

Chris Ahern

Nice, scenic area for a summer weekend

VisitDetroit

A beach , waterslide, Kid’s Kingdom Playscape and paddleboats. Also a great place for a picnic or a day of fishing .

Greg Taggart

One of my favorite parks . So many cool places and scenic views .

Chevrolet

Spark Your Senses with the Chevy Spark! Get some natural inspiration at Belle Isle and take in the park scenery.

cnelson ︻╦╤─

Great place for a lit bbq with the fam.

Amy Lebowsky

The State Police presence can be oppressive at times but the island looks great and I love seeing the fountain functioning again.

Randy B

The parking areas. Boat/ship viewing . Views from each end of the park .

sarcasm

I love coming here at sunset to watch downtown detroit.

Tiffani Ringley

Great place to walk around and explore. The environment is nice, and the view and scenery is pretty.

Chris Ebert

Great park , just don't be there when it gets dark because there is some shady activity going on there at night.

Allen Vogliano

Beautiful place to spend an afternoon in Detroit.

Chevrolet

Although it boasts nearly 100 acres, not many know it is the largest city park in America. Complete with golf course , beach , Giant Slide , maritime museum , botanical garden and more.

drew tarvin

A great place to spend an afternoon. The giant slide is only $1.

Stacey Jackson

Beautiful park ! Have been going since I was 2 years old and I still enjoy it!

Lis R

Come at sunset for a great view of the Detroit skyline

VisitDetroit

Did you know Belle Isle is the largest island city park in the United States ?

Ghostly International

Lots to see and do at this park . Plenty of space too. Have a grill out and enjoy the beach .

Redic G

Great silver bass like the two big one Mercedes caught!!

Mike Shimmel

A must go to for anyone in Detroit.

Lucilia Lourenco

I have been in Detroit already but I did not visit this Park . Next time I will be there, for sure.

Renee Willis

The newest park across from the gold course with the zipline

Renee Willis

The newest park across from the golf course with the mini zipline

christine townsend

Go on a Saturday take in the dossin muesem, the conservatory and the zoo took my nieces last saturday had a blast.

Lotoya Vongrecin

Take a ride or a walk on this beautiful island . Nothing like it in the world

Amanda Fraley

Beautiful spot to spend an afternoon.

Jon

Huge Park , nice beach , hiking/Running

Ella Howd

Great place to spend a sunny afternoon

Maria Sells

Do the Holiday Stroll at the conservatory in December Free hot cider and donuts . Free event ! Awesome choir !

Christina Marie

First time there and I plan on going back

Detroit Wrecker

Detroit Grand Prix is the best!

tony katai

the abandonded zoo in the middle of americas biggest park is a fun place to explore

Jeff D.

A lot of potential....hopefully state of MI does well with it!

Emeko Flake

I like the fountain and the nature zoo

Lauren Tolbert

Great place for a picnic , bike ride , jog, or just to feed the birds

Stephanie Ringler

Looking great now that it has become a state park . So much work being done

Aaron

Bring a sweat shirt and a blanket tonight. It's a bit chilly.

Megan Casey

I love belle isle . Lotsa good memories. Bit of a fixer upper though... :(

Brett Kropog

Awesome spot for everything!! Keep it awesome!

Anna Younce

Come out here for a great view of the city and the Ambassador Bridge into Canada.

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Garden
Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory

Go to the Conservatory when the weather doesn't cooperate. It's the best place to go to warm up, feel some tropical humidity, and see some pretty spectacular flora and fauna. - BareBones Detroit

7.8
Race Track
Belle Isle Grand Prix Race Circuit

Such a beautiful street course. The landscape is so peaceful and lovely ❤ - Alex K

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Beach
Belle Isle Beach

A little sandy strip in the middle of the park. Family friendly. - Maggie MacG

9.1
Park
Campus Martius

Great place to bring a date. $10 to skate is pretty nice. The atmosphere is really romantic and afterward you can get coffee close by! - Hafsa Khan

6.8
Park
Roosevelt Park

A great park to view the Michigan Train Depot from! - Eric Teed

8.3
Aquarium
Belle Isle Aquarium

Great for all ages! Admittance is free, the atmosphere and variety of fish are great! So glad they reopened! - Lydia Green

8.7
Harbor / Marina
Detroit Yacht Club

Our bands play weddings here all the time! BEAUTIFUL energy in the spring or fall, but there's no air conditioning in the building so watch our for those hot summer ones! - E3 Detroit

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Fountain
James Scott Memorial Fountain

Fountain not always operational, but the artwork is beautiful. - Maggie MacG