Katie N.
8/3/2025
Super cute place to go on a peaceful walk in nature. Located on Calvin University's campus , the area is very well maintained. Trails are free to walk so that is a win!
Calvin Ecosystem Preserve & Native Gardens
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1750 E Beltline Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
COVID-19 update: Wearing a mask in the Bunker Interpretive Center is required if you are not fully vaccinated. Please KEEP YOUR DOG AT HOME so that our sensitive wildlife will feel protected in their home and stay visible for you to enjoy. The Ecosystem Preserve features 44 public acres of forest, wetlands, and native gardens. Over a mile of walking trails are open every day from dawn to dusk. The Bunker Interpretive Center is a LEED-certified education center open M-H 9am-4:30pm, and features interactive seasonal displays. A variety of educational programs for all ages are offered throughout the year.
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5.05 reviews
Austin G.
10/12/2024
As a Calvin student, I took the Calvin Ecosystem Preserve for granted. 15+ years later, I'm grateful for it. Living in Washington, D.C., I don't return often, but my Grand Rapids sister hosted an...
Eunice I.
2/7/2021
If you are seeking to implement wellness into your life (which is proving to be all the more important with the pandemic - we don't know when it will be over!), I highly recommend setting aside...
Katy C.
3/26/2020
The Calvin Ecosystem Preserve is a wonderful getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city, located right off the East Beltline near Calvin College's campus. With increased visits due to people...
Valerie T.
5/31/2019
This is a real treasure!! I walked through all the trails, despite the oak leaf rollers raining down. This was the most beautiful place I saw while in Grand Rapids! Also I wasn't bothered by...
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