Pickerel Lake Park
6661 Ramsdell Dr NE, Rockford, MI 49341
300 acres · 5 miles of trails
Surrounding Pickerel Lake in Rockford, Michigan, this 300-acre nature preserve offers leashed dogs 5 miles of trails to roam. Shade abounds under the trees, with water features and parking available. Restrooms and trash cans keep things tidy.
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- Park
- Pickerel Lake Park
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Rockford, Michigan
- Coordinates
- 43.1117, -85.5394
- Size
- 300 acres
- Trail miles
- 5
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (480 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.5 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 480 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 300 acres of room
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Dog policy
300-acre Kent County preserve around Pickerel Lake. Leashed dogs welcome on 5 miles of trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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