When you hear the word “park,” you likely imagine green pastures, forested trails, playgrounds, and plentiful outdoor space in a peaceful atmosphere. While all of these elements make for fantastic parks, there’s one spot here in Michigan that will fascinate you with its combination of natural wonders and human-constructed design. As soon as you arrive, you’ll be enamored.

Fish Ladder Park is located at 530 Front Ave NW in Grand Rapids.
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As its name suggests, this unique park combines nature and manmade innovation in some of the most fascinating ways imaginable. This is one unforgettable spot.
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Fish Ladder Park is comprised largely of a piece of functional art created by Joseph Kinnebrew. At first glance, it might appear to be nothing more than a cement dam.
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Upon closer examination, though, you’ll realize that the design actually allows for fish to successfully make their way up the Grand River during migration season.
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That’s right: the name "Fish Ladder" is truly literal in that the park’s main structure is designed to allow an easier route of transport for fish traveling against the current.
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During spring and summer months, visitors will have the chance to watch fish make their way through the ladder. Kids and adults alike are sure to be mesmerized.
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Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the rush of the water as you dine. There’s no better place in the city to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, no matter when you visit.
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Whether you stop by to spy on salmon or simply to enjoy a one-of-a-kind scene in the Great Lakes State, you’re sure to have a memorable experience at Fish Ladder Park.
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