Blandford Nature Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan

A nature center with farm animals, a children’s garden, playscapes, and trails.

Blandford Nature Center combines farm animals, a Children’s Garden, Nature Nook, farm playscapes, and outdoor trails. Families can make it a short animal-and-play visit or a longer nature outing, with a paved route available for a more accessible option.

Plan your visit

1715 Hillburn Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Nature · Both · Best for toddlers through elementary ages

Hours

• Visitor Center: Monday–Saturday, 9 AM–5 PM
• Trails: Daily, dawn–dusk

Admission and practical details

Admission

Nonmember admission is $5 per person; members are free

Parking

Four accessible parking spaces are listed

Accessibility

A roughly one-mile paved ADA path and free first-come mobility equipment are available

Food

Bring lunch; limited outdoor picnic tables are available

Amenities

• Farm animals
• Children’s Garden
• Playscapes
• Trails
• Accessible restrooms

Good to know

• Trails can be muddy or uneven; use the paved route when wheels or terrain matter.
• The visitor center is not a weather-proof play space.