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Frances Park

4.6(957)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 957 reviews (Google rating)Park REO TownClosed · opens 8:00 AM
Closed · opens 8:00 AM

About Frances Park

Frances Park is a city park at 2701 Moores River Dr in Lansing, MI, with a rose garden, woodland trail, river overlook and athletic fields. Hiking, including kid-friendly hikes, is among its listed activities, and cycling lanes provide another option for moving through the park. A basketball court adds to the recreation facilities. The garden and river overlook are distinct features alongside the park’s areas for play and sports.

For picnics and family gatherings, Frances Park has picnic tables and a barbecue grill, along with public restrooms. Children are welcome, and the play area includes slides and swings; the park is also listed as suitable for children’s birthday gatherings. Dogs are welcome as well. Free parking is available both in a lot and on the street, and the park has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking.

Known for

  • Rose garden and river overlook
  • Woodland trail and kid-friendly hikes
  • Picnic tables and barbecue grill
  • Playground with slides and swings
  • Athletic fields and basketball court

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “Great park to walk and see the nature! Small playground, but nice scenery. There was a lot of not so kid friendly graffiti on the playground and benches though.”

    — Lucas Mead, September 2, 2026 · google

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