John Ball Zoological Garden Travel Information (Grand Rapids, MI)

Grand Rapids: Grand Times in Grand Rapids Grand Rapids is Michigan’s second city, in both size and in psyche. Quieter and more reserved than Detroit, it is still a surprisingly vibrant urban area, with lots of appeal for weekend visitors. The... Grand Rapids, MI

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White Pine Trail State Park (Distance: 4.1 mi) The White Pine Trail is Michigan’s longest rail-trail, following the former Grand Rapids and Indiana rail bed for 93.5 miles through five counties. This massive trail showcases a variety of landscapes...

Grand Rapids, MI - Rail-Trails - length:93.5 mi

Cannonsburg Ski Area Singletrack (Distance: 10.2 mi) Offering steep, sustained climbs in and out of trees, this trail maximizes a small area by twisting and turning on itself. Unmarked and at times confusing, the route rolls through the hills next to th...

Grand Rapids, MI - Mountain Biking - length:3.7 mi

Rogue River (Distance: 12.0 mi) A quiet western Michigan river easily accessible to Grand Rapids–area paddlers. The Rogue River is a peaceful, unassuming stream that is ideally suited for an easy morning or afternoon paddle. Its upp...

Rockford, MI - Flatwater Paddling & Canoeing - length:21 mi

Kent County Ramble (Distance: 12.3 mi) Escape the urban bustle of Michigan's second-largest city, Grand Rapids, on this relaxing rural ride in northeast Kent County. The gently rolling route departs from the large and scenic Warren Townsen...

Parnell, MI - Road Biking - length:29.2 mi

Bass River Recreation Area (Distance: 17.0 mi) Twisting continuously, this tight, mostly flat trail system was designed for mountain bikers by mountain bikers. Maintained by the Michigan Mountain Biking Association, the narrow singletrack is home ...

Grand Haven, MI - Mountain Biking - length:5.4 mi

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Kent Kent Country Club Private Equity, 18 holes 6507 yards, par 71 1.9 miles from center of John Ball Zoological Garden

Mines Mines Golf Course Public, 18 holes 6701 yards, par 70 2.4 miles from center of John Ball Zoological Garden

Highlands The Highlands Golf Club Public, 18 holes 6453 yards, par 71 3.5 miles from center of John Ball Zoological Garden

Lincoln Lincoln Country Club Public, 18 holes 5976 yards, par 72 4.2 miles from center of John Ball Zoological Garden

Indian Trails Indian Trails Golf Course Municipal, 18 holes 5090 yards, par 68 4.3 miles from center of John Ball Zoological Garden

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