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: 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...
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
Claudia I | July 2025
Moment in time
Visited late afternoon/evening to enjoy a beautiful sunset and I wasn’t disappointed! Sunset Point gave us just that! The scenery is breathtaking! There were so many people enjoying the views and...
Review Rating: 1 out of 5
TheFamGuy1 | May 2025
Don't bother with the hassle
Just gross. Terrible parking. Bird mess everywhere. Not very clean overall. Little to do other than enjoy views of Detroit and the water. A real let down.
Review Rating: 4 out of 5
Rylie B | June 2025
Great views and atmosphere!
This was a great location for a chill afternoon. There were lots of places to walk around. We loved the family friendly atmosphere!

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

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

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