Belle Isle Park

99 Pleasure Drive, Detroit, MI 48207
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Belle Isle Park, a 985-acre island park located in the Detroit River near downtown Detroit, is rich with natural beauty and historical and cultural resources. The park provides spectacular views of Detroit to the North and Canada to the south. It’s home to the James Scott Memorial Fountain, the Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory, the Belle Isle Aquarium, the Ralph Wilson Gateway (which serves as the official southern trailhead for Michigan’s Iron Belle Trail), a golf course and many more cultural and natural attractions. Visitors can also swim at the designated swim beach, ride bicycles, fish, paddle and more.

Self-pay EV fast-charging stations located in the Belle Isle Nature Center parking lot.

Map and Area Guide of the park.

Before visiting a state park, boating site or trail, it’s always a good idea to check the latest closures due to weather-related events, planned improvement projects and repairs. Visit Michigan.gov/DNRClosures.

Local: (313) 821-9844

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Review Rating: 1 out of 5
darcied719 | April 2026
Beware! No directive signs, one-way road, VERY BAD BATHROOM SITUATION!!!!! BEWARE!
It's a very strange place. Picnic spots with tables: everywhere, loads of large areas, one huge covered area with rables WITH private bathrooms for people who *rent* the area for a private event...
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
Travis G | March 2026
Cool Spot for a Skyline View
Great spot for a skyline shot of Detroit. I stopped by in the evening as the sun was setting and was treated to an excellent view of the colors in the sky over the city. Only took a few minutes to...
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
Thomas V | June 2025
Good in Warm Weather
This is a terrific city park, located on an island in the lake. Families have been coming here for decades for recreation. The place is best in warm weather when you can make a picnic or barbecue...
Review Rating: 4 out of 5
795davec | October 2025
Good way to spend a summer afternoon
Good sized island in the Detroit River that is about 5 miles around. Has a beach, picnic areas, playgrounds, walking trails, an aquarium, a maritime museum, a greenhouse, some gardens, a lighthouse...
Review Rating: 4 out of 5
Cassara | August 2025
Worth a visit while in Detroit
While Detroit is not a destination city other than work or family, there are some areas that merit a visit. Belle Isle is one of them. There is restoration in progress and the youth sail club is yet...

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Overall Rating: 4.2 out of 5

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Amenities
Features
  • Accessibility
  • Historical Site
  • Family-friendly
  • Open Year-round
Sustainability Initiatives
  • Eco-friendly
  • Vehicle Charging Station
Season(s) of Operation
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Winter
Accessible Travel
Mobility/Wheelchair Users
  • Wheelchair accessible restrooms
Accessible Facility Amenities
  • Accessible Boat/Kayak Launch
  • Accessible Fishing Pier

What's Nearby

Lighthouses
William Livingstone Memorial Light
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Outdoors
Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory
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Museums
Dossin Great Lakes Museum
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Performing Arts/Theaters
The Players
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Stay Inn - Downtown Detroit
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Kid's Attractions
Outdoors
Planetariums
Tours
Biking
Belle Isle Conservancy
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Restaurants
Andrews On The Corner
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