Trail Updates
2022 Updates Significant progress has been made along the Idema Explorers Trail over the course of 2022. Two segments of trail have been completed: the Jenison Mill Segment and the …
Ottawa County Parks mourns the loss of Bea Idema
The Ottawa County Parks and Recreation Commission and Ottawa County Parks Foundation mourn the loss of Bea Idema, who was a long-time supporter of the county parks system. Bea leaves …
Trail Updates
2021-2022 Updates Significant progress continues on the Idema Explorers Trail with a flurry of activity planned for next year. Fourteen miles of the 36.5-mile route have been completed, and we …
Grand River Greenway Campaign Reaches Goal
Fundraising for the Grand River Greenway The Grand River Greenway Campaign was a fundraising effort launched in 2017 with a goal of financing key land acquisitions along the 36.5-mile Idema …
360-view of Grand River in Ottawa County
Over the summer, the Lower Grand River Organization of Watersheds (LGROW) contracted with Terrain360 to map the Grand River. These maps will provide a 360 degree view of the Grand …
Bend Area Celebration
Join us on June 11, 2021 from 2-4 pm to celebrate the acquisition of 149 acres of land at Bend Area Open Space in Jenison. This property is undeveloped now, …
2021 National Trails Day
Celebrate the American Hiking Society’s #NationalTrailsDay with us! Millions of people have found physical, mental, and emotional restoration on trails and in quality green space during the pandemic. Let’s return …
Riverside Park BioBlitz
Riverside Park BioBlitz – Grand River Greenway On June 12, Ottawa County Parks will be hosting its first-ever BioBlitz at Riverside Park (from pre-dawn to dusk). This event will bring …
Spokes Fighting Strokes
Spokes Fighting Strokes Grand River Greenway Event July 25, 2021, 1-3 pm at Connor Bayou (Rain date July 27) Join us for a dose of inspiration and a trike ride! …
Coming soon: Tree House at Grand Ravines
This summer, the Ottawa County Parks & Recreation Commission plans to commence work to add another jewel to the crown of one its most scenic and beloved parks – Grand Ravines …