Recreation & Events
Explore Jackson County's diverse recreational spaces, from scenic parks and campgrounds to golf courses, summer programs, and cultural experiences.
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BCycleJackson County BCycle is a bike-sharing program operated by the Jackson County Parks Department. | 517-768-2919 | |
Calendar of EventsDiscover various events, meetings, and activities at Jackson County parks, event center, and various facilities. | ||
Camping and Picnic Shelter ReservationsReserve one of Jackson County's 16 picnic shelters or a spot at two of our lakeside campgrounds. | 517-788-4320 | |
Cascades Golf CourseEstablished in 1929, The Cascades course is one of the best public golf courses in Michigan. | 517-788-4323 | |
Experience JacksonThe Jackson County Visitors Bureau (DBA Experience Jackson) site provides information about events, museums, and more. (External site.) | 517-764-4440 | |
Falling Waters Sculpture TrailThis trail features sculptures that are a part of the Midwest Sculpture Initiative. | 517-788-4320 | |
Get REAL Summer ProgramThe Get REAL summer program is a summer camp for boys and girls between the ages of 10 – 15 in partnership with St. Paul's Episcopal. | 517-768-2138 | |
Hurst Foundation Pickleball ComplexLocated at 2000 Denton, this complex features 8 pickleball courts, tables, and benches. | 517-788-4320 | |
Jackson County FairThere is so much to experience at the Jackson County Fair located at Keeley Park. | 517-788-4405 | |
Jackson County Video TourbookDiscover the parks, events, arts, and other features of Jackson County. | ||
Non-Motorized TrailsExplore hiking , biking, and recreational trails across Jackson County. | 517-788-4320 (Parks) 517-788-4032 (GIS) | |
Parks Brochure and MapInformation on the 18 Jackson County parks and their wooded and natural areas, beaches, trails, and more. | 517-788-4320 | |
Parks Interactive MapLearn about the many parks of Jackson County. | 517-788-4320 (Parks) 517-788-4032 (GIS) | |
Parks Special Event ApplicationHave your next special event at one of our Jackson County parks or facilities. | 517-788-4320 | |
Senior Activities and Exercise ProgramsThe Department on Aging offers several enrichment activities, events, and exercise programs for seniors. | 517-788-4364 | |
Sparks Foundation County Park (The Cascades)This park features an illuminated waterfall, paved paths, a splash pad, a playground, picnic shelter, the Cascades Rotary Band shell, a golf course, wildlife, and more. | 517-788-4320 | |
Splash PadWith more than a dozen water features, highlighted by the giant dumping bucket, the Splash Pad at Sparks Foundation County Park is fun for the whole family. | 517-788-4320 |