Outdoors & nature · nature center

Blandford Nature Center

Nature preserve with hiking trails, wildlife exhibits, a farm, and educational programs for children.

4.8 (1164 Google reviews)$$Ages 1+Indoor & outdoor
  • nature
  • hiking
  • animals
  • educational

1715 Hillburn Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA

What locals say

Insider tip 📍 Blandford Nature Center

Check for free admission days during the month.

“blandford nature center is free this month too”

Overheard on r/grandrapids · 4 upvotes

📍 Blandford Nature Center

A great local spot for kids to explore; recommended as a destination for nanny-share groups.

“I would take them to Blandford and other cool stuff that would hopefully make it more fulfilling too.”

Overheard on r/grandrapids · 44 upvotes

📍 Blandford Nature Center

A fantastic local resource for outdoor activities and nature education for kids.

“A lot of outdoor activities such as camping, sledding, hiking, fishing, playgrounds, Lake Michigan, and Blandford nature center.”

Overheard on r/grandrapids · 34 upvotes

7 📍 Blandford Nature Center

Highly recommended day camps for kids on the NW side of Grand Rapids.

“My kids LOVE the day camps at Blandford Nature Center if you’re anywhere near the NW side.”

Overheard on r/grandrapids · 6 upvotes

📍 Blandford Nature Center

Inquire if they host birthday parties; it is a great location for nature-themed activities like seed collecting.

“I wonder if blandford would host a birthday party? Could probably collect seeds from the highlands to plant.”

Overheard on r/grandrapids · 3 upvotes

📍 Blandford Nature Center

A great outdoor space to explore with young children.

“Blanford is always fun to check out.”

Overheard on r/grandrapids · 2 upvotes

📍 Blandford Nature Center

Not a traditional playground, but offers an excellent nature-based play area.

Overheard on r/grandrapids · 1 upvotes

📍 Blandford Nature Center

A great option if you are looking for a day camp experience.

“I always enjoyed the one at the Blandford Nature Center.”

Overheard on r/grandrapids · 1 upvotes

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