Island Park

About Island Park

Known for

• Riverside setting and walking paths
• Picnic tables and barbecue grills
• Playground with slides and swings
• Dog-friendly grounds and kid-friendly hikes
• Free parking and wheelchair-accessible amenities

Good for

• Dog friendly
• Kid friendly
• Wheelchair accessible

What reviewers say elsewhere

• “It's really nice to walk along the river here. There's often more trash than in other A2 parks and there's a fair bit of poison ivy along the riverbank. Overall though, it's a good park, especially for gatherings.”

  — Abagail Jeavons, August 26, 2026 · google

• “Park is incredible, people need to do a better job with cleaning up.”

  — R B, August 20, 2026 · google

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Island Park — frequently asked

Is Island Park open on Mondays?

Yes — Island Park is open Monday from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Where is Island Park?

Island Park is at 1420 Island Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105.

Is Island Park kid-friendly?

Yes — Island Park is listed as good for kids.

What is the phone number for Island Park?

You can reach Island Park on +1734-794-6000.