Hawk Island County Park is 100 acres of beautiful park land built over the remains of the former Sablain Gravel Pit. VIsitors can enjoy fishing, swimming, picnicking, and in winter sledding and tubing.
Running between Waverly Road and Old Town, the Lansing River Trail offers 20 miles of paved trail access to many parks, natural areas, and the downtown area.
The Grand River, Owashtanong, "Far-Flowing Water" in Ottawa, is the longest river in Michigan at 252 miles. It flows through a number of cities including Jackson, Ionia, and Grand Rapids. …
With fishing ponds, concession stands, sporting fields, and walking/running paths, Sharp Park is a popular spot for a quick run. The main path is completely paved and connects to a number of wooded singletrack trails that are all pretty short.