About Us

About the Department

Parks and Recreation enhances community and quality of life through people, parks and programs.

Parks and Recreation Commission

Meet the Staff

Photos and bios of parks staff members

Meeting Schedule

Agenda and Minutes

Watch a Meeting

Newsletters

Park History

History of Grand Traverse County Parks

Plans and Goals

This page outlines the plans and goals that guide the activities of the Parks and Recreation Department.

Park Improvement Projects

This is a list of current and planned projects impacting Grand Traverse County Parks

Performance Measures

Statistics to demonstrate the performance of the park features and amenities

Park Rules and Policies

This page lists the park rules, ordinances, rules, and policies applying to appropriate use of the properties.

Park and Recreation fee schedule

Parks and Recreation Fee Schedule

Park Partners

Listing of established organizations delivering services in Grand Traverse County Parks for the benefit of park guests

FAQs

Frequently asked questions about Grand Traverse County Parks

Geocaching

Guidelines for placement of geocaches in Grand Traverse County parks

Volunteer

Bark Ranger

This page explains the Bark Ranger Program