City of Wayland

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Parks & Recreation

The City of Wayland has three parks, a skate park, public lakes, campgrounds and trout streams located nearby. Two golf courses also are located within a ten minute drive of Wayland. Lake Michigan, with it’s many sandy beaches and campgrounds, is about 25 miles west of the City.

The cities of Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, both within driving distance, also offer a variety of recreational activities, including arena’s, theaters, symphonies, comedy clubs, museums, lakes, camping areas, zoos, nature centers and fine dining. Both cities are home to minor league baseball and hockey franchises. The City of Grand Rapids also hosts minor league basketball and arena football franchises.

Rabbit River Nature Trail

The Rabbit River Nature Trail opened in 2011 and is located at 450 E. Elm St. The nearly mile-long trail is built on a 35-acre space. The first portion of the trail is paved, with the rest covered in crushed limestone. The park also offers a covered pavilion/picnic area, restroom facilities, a drinking fountain and benches that overlook the Rabbit River. Nature Trail Map

Wayland City Park

2 Basketball Courts
2 Tennis Courts
2 Picnic Shelters
1 Gazebo
A Walking Path
Playground Equipment
Restroom Facilities
A Drinking Fountain
Splash Pad
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Wayland North Park

Wayland’s North Park is a 1-acre open field space for sports.

Wayland Mini Park

This picturesque park, located on the northeast corner in downtown Wayland, was built in memory of Harold and Dora Weaver. The park has benches, picnic tables and a walking path. The flower-filled Mini Park is a wonderful place to stop while walking through the downtown area.

Park Rentals

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May 31
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Jun 6(1 event)

W. Maple St. Pavilion Reserved
11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Jun 6
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Jun 12(1 event)

No Rentals Available
All Day - , Jun 12
Jun 13(1 event)

No Rentals Available
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Jun 20(1 event)

W. Maple St. Pavilion Reserved
12:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Jun 20
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Jun 28(2 events)

W. Maple St. Pavilion Reserved
11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Jun 28

Rabbit River Pavilion Reserved
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Jun 28
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