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With Kids in Traverse City, MI

With Kids in Traverse City, MI

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  • J. Smith Walkway in

    J. Smith Walkway

    Park

    J. Smith Walkway is listed as a park at 131 E Front St in Traverse City, MI 49684. Its street address provides a specific reference for locating the site, while the available information offers only a brief account of the place itself. The listing identifies the park by name and category but does not include a descriptive overview of its layout, grounds, or facilities. A wheelchair-accessible entrance is the one explicitly documented accessibility feature. That detail does not establish accessibility throughout the park; no further access information is provided. The supplied listing also has no visitor rating or review count, so there is no review-based account to summarize. Opening hours, admission details, and amenities are not specified in the available facts.

  • Wellington Plaza in

    Wellington Plaza

    Park

    Wellington Plaza is listed as a park at 501 E Front St in Traverse City, MI 49686. Its provided attributes identify it as welcoming both children and dogs, making those two visitor groups part of the park’s stated access information. For anyone looking for a park in Traverse City, MI that welcomes children or allows dogs, Wellington Plaza is an option to note at this East Front Street address. Accessibility information lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. These are the specific access features confirmed in the available details; the listing does not describe paths, seating, play equipment, or other park facilities. No opening hours or pet-policy details are provided, so the information supports a basic introduction to the park rather than a full picture of what a visit involves.

  • Clinch Park in

    Clinch Park

    4.6(3,023)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 3023 reviews (Google rating)

    Park

    Clinch Park is a beach park on West Grand Traverse Bay at 111 E Grandview Pkwy in Traverse City, MI. Its waterfront setting is paired with picnic tables, barbecue grills and public restrooms, providing facilities for a beach visit or picnic. Lifeguards are present seasonally, rather than year-round. Cycling lanes are also among the park’s listed amenities. The park welcomes children and dogs, and a play area gives children another activity alongside the beach. It is also listed as suitable for children’s birthday gatherings. For visitors arriving by car, both paid lot parking and paid street parking are available. The park has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. Clinch Park holds a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 3,023 reviews.

  • Milk & Honey in

    Milk & Honey

    4.6(1,146)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 1146 reviews (Google rating)

    Ice Cream

    Milk & Honey is an ice cream shop at 240 E Front St in Traverse City, MI. Its colorful parlor serves creative cones made with local ingredients, along with sandwiches and coffee. The atmosphere is casual and hip, and the shop welcomes children and groups while also accommodating solo diners. Ice cream is the focus, but the sandwiches and coffee give visitors options beyond a cone. The shop supports quick visits, with dine-in, takeout, and delivery available. There is no table service. Practical amenities include a restroom, a wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible parking, and a wheelchair-accessible restroom. Credit cards, debit cards, and mobile NFC payments are accepted. Milk & Honey has a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 1,146 reviews.

  • Grand Traverse County Civic Center in

    Grand Traverse County Civic Center

    4.6(722)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 722 reviews (Google rating)

    Park

    Grand Traverse County Civic Center is a park at 1213 W Civic Center Dr in Traverse City, MI, with facilities for sports, play, and picnics. A baseball field, basketball court, skateboard area, and cycling lanes provide several ways to be active. Hiking is also available, including kid-friendly hikes. The playground has slides and swings, and the park welcomes children and is listed as suitable for kids’ birthday gatherings. For picnics, the park has tables and a barbecue grill, along with public restrooms. Dogs are welcome. A wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking are available, and parking options include both free and paid lots. Credit and debit cards are accepted, though the provided information does not specify which services require payment. The park has a Google rating of 4.6 from 722 reviews.

  • The Dennos in

    The Dennos

    4.7(477)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 477 reviews (Google rating)

    Art museum

    The Dennos is a museum at 1410 College Dr in Traverse City, MI, with an art gallery, interactive children’s exhibits, lectures, and a gift shop at a performing arts center. Tours, a theater, and live performances are among its offerings. Children are welcome, and kid-friendly activities, changing tables, and children’s discounts are available. Admission carries a fee, with discounts also offered for active military members. The museum has free on-site lot parking and free street parking. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restrooms, and seating, along with assisted listening devices and a hearing loop. Restrooms include a unisex option, and Wi-Fi is available. The Dennos identifies itself as welcoming to families and LGBTQ visitors and as a transgender safe space. There is no on-site restaurant.

  • East Bay Park in

    East Bay Park

    4.6(467)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 467 reviews (Google rating)

    Park

    East Bay Park at 220 E Bay Blvd S in Traverse City, MI brings together a shallow-water beach, a playground, and picnic facilities. The playground includes swings and slides, while picnic tables and a barbecue grill provide facilities for meals at the park. Children are welcome, and the park is listed as suitable for kids’ birthday gatherings as well as picnics. These features give visitors options for beach time, playground use, and a meal in one place. Public restrooms are available, including a wheelchair-accessible restroom. The park also lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and seating. Both free and paid parking lot options are noted, and dogs are welcome. East Bay Park has a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 467 reviews; its listed facilities center on beach access, play, and picnicking.

  • F and M Park in

    F and M Park

    4.7(450)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 450 reviews (Google rating)

    Park

    F and M Park is at 716 E State St in Traverse City, MI. Its recreation features include a basketball court and a train-themed play area, with playground swings and slides also available. The park welcomes children and is listed as suitable for kids’ birthday gatherings. Picnic tables and a barbecue grill provide amenities for picnics, while a seasonal skating rink adds another activity option. Skating is a seasonal feature rather than a year-round offering. Dogs are welcome at the park. For visitors arriving by car, free street parking is listed, along with wheelchair-accessible parking. The park also has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. Its combination of play equipment, court space and picnic facilities supports several types of visits, from playground time to a picnic gathering. F and M Park has a Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 450 reviews.

  • Dairy Lodge in

    Dairy Lodge

    4.5(399)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 399 reviews (Google rating)

    Ice Cream

    Dairy Lodge is an ice cream shop at 405 N Division St in Traverse City, MI, serving soft serve treats since 1958. Its business description notes 39 years of ownership and operation by the Popp family, and it identifies as a women-owned small business. The shop has a 4.5-star Google rating from 399 reviews. Its casual setting accommodates quick visits, with takeout and seating available but no table service or delivery. Families, children, groups and solo visitors are welcome. Dairy Lodge also lists itself as LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space, and dogs are allowed outside. Practical features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking, on-site parking and paid street parking. There is no restroom. Payment information lists cash-only service while also indicating that checks are accepted, so plan to bring cash rather than rely on a card.

  • West End Beach in

    West End Beach

    4.6(397)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 397 reviews (Google rating)

    Park

    West End Beach is a local beach and bayfront park at 716 W Grandview Pkwy in Traverse City, MI. Its narrow shoreline is popular with swimmers and kayakers, making those two activities central to the beach’s character. The park also has picnic tables and is listed as suitable for picnics, so a visit can include time by the water and a meal at a table. The park welcomes children and dogs. Listed amenities include cycling lanes and public restrooms, along with both free and paid parking lots. A wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking are also available. These features provide practical context for planning a beach outing, whether the focus is swimming, kayaking, or a picnic. West End Beach has a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 397 reviews.

  • Bryant Park in

    Bryant Park

    4.7(327)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 327 reviews (Google rating)

    Park

    Bryant Park is at 1101 Peninsula Dr in Traverse City, MI. Its listed amenities include picnic tables, a barbecue grill and a public restroom, with picnicking among its identified uses. For visitors planning a meal at the park, the tables and grill are useful details to know. Dogs are welcome, so the park is also an option for outings that include a pet. Children are welcome at Bryant Park, which has a play area with slides and swings. The park is listed as suitable for children’s birthday gatherings, bringing together play equipment and picnic amenities in one location. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. Bryant Park has a Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 327 reviews; the supplied information does not include individual review comments.

  • Hull Park in

    Hull Park

    4.6(285)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 285 reviews (Google rating)

    Park

    Hull Park is at 660 Hannah Ave in Traverse City, MI. Its listed activities and amenities include hiking, a children’s play area, and picnic tables, giving visitors options for a walk, playtime, or a picnic. Children and dogs are welcome, and kid-friendly hikes are specifically noted among the park’s features. For those planning a visit with children, the combination of hiking and a play area offers two ways to spend time at the park. Practical amenities include a public restroom, a wheelchair-accessible entrance, and wheelchair-accessible parking. Picnic tables support the park’s listed suitability for picnics, whether that is the main reason for a visit or part of an outing that includes hiking. Hull Park has a Google rating of 4.6 from 285 reviews. Its documented features center on hiking, children’s play, and picnicking, with facilities that support those uses.

  • Sunset Park in

    Sunset Park

    4.5(280)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 280 reviews (Google rating)

    Park

    Sunset Park is a park at 635 E Front St in Traverse City, MI, with amenities for picnics and children’s play. Picnic tables and a barbecue grill support outdoor meals, while a play area and playground swings give children places to play. The park welcomes children and is listed as suitable for kids’ birthday gatherings. These features make picnics and playtime the main focus of its listed offerings, whether visitors are planning a meal or a children’s gathering. Dogs are welcome at Sunset Park. Free parking is available both in a parking lot and on the street, and the park has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. Those are useful access details for visitors planning a stop in Traverse City, MI. The supplied Google listing gives the park a 4.5-star rating from 280 reviews.

  • Bardon's Wonder Freeze & Fire Pit BBQ in

    Bardon's Wonder Freeze & Fire Pit BBQ

    4.5(248)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 248 reviews (Google rating)

    Ice Cream

    Bardon's Wonder Freeze & Fire Pit BBQ is an ice cream shop at 1100 E Front St in Traverse City, MI. Its description identifies it as a family tradition since 1950 and a place for lunch, dinner, and ice cream treats. Dessert is a listed highlight, and coffee is also available. The shop has a Google rating of 4.5 from 248 reviews. The setting is casual, with seating and a welcome for families, children, groups, and solo diners. Dogs are allowed outside. Practical features include a free parking lot, a wheelchair-accessible entrance, and wheelchair-accessible parking. Takeout, curbside pickup, delivery, and no-contact delivery offer alternatives to eating on site. Credit and debit cards are accepted, and Wi-Fi is available. Visitors should note that the listed amenities do not include a restroom, and table service is not offered.

  • Kilwins Ice Cream - Chocolate - Fudge in

    Kilwins Ice Cream - Chocolate - Fudge

    4.4(229)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 229 reviews (Google rating)

    Ice Cream

    Kilwins Ice Cream - Chocolate - Fudge at 129 E Front St in Traverse City, MI is a traditional sweets store selling chocolates, confections, fudge, and original-recipe ice cream. Its selection spans both ice cream and other desserts, rather than focusing on frozen treats alone. The shop has a casual atmosphere, welcomes families and children, and is listed as suitable for a quick visit. Its Google rating is 4.4 from 229 reviews. Customers can shop in store, order takeout, or use curbside pickup, in-store pickup, and delivery; dine-in is also listed, though table service is not available. The entrance and parking are wheelchair accessible, but wheelchair-accessible seating is not listed as available. Paid garage, lot, and street parking are listed among the parking options. Dogs are allowed outside, and Wi-Fi is available. The shop accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Visitors should note that there is no restroom.

  • Wags West Dog Park in

    Wags West Dog Park

    4.4(223)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 223 reviews (Google rating)

    Dog park

    Wags West Dog Park is a dog-welcoming park at 315 N Division St in Traverse City, MI 49684. Its listed features include a dog park and tennis courts, so the available information identifies both dog-focused space and a separate recreation amenity at the site. For visitors looking for a park that welcomes dogs, those are the main features documented in the provided listing. Accessibility information lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. The park has a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on 223 reviews; no individual review comments are included in the supplied information. The listing does not specify operating hours, dog park rules, or details about the tennis courts, so those practical points remain unconfirmed here.

  • Traverse City Civic Center Skate Park in

    Traverse City Civic Center Skate Park

    4.6(221)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 221 reviews (Google rating)

    Park

    Traverse City Civic Center Skate Park is a park in Traverse City, MI, with a designated skateboard area and facilities for several other outdoor activities. A baseball field and basketball court are among its listed amenities, while the playground includes slides and swings. Picnic tables provide space for a picnic alongside the park’s recreation areas. The mix of skating, sports and play facilities gives visitors several options beyond the skateboard area itself. The park welcomes children and dogs and is listed as suitable for children’s birthday gatherings. Practical amenities include public restrooms and a free parking lot. Both the entrance and parking are wheelchair accessible; the provided information does not specify accessibility for individual activity areas. On Google, the park has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 221 reviews.

  • Leone's Frosty Treat in

    Leone's Frosty Treat

    4.5(203)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 203 reviews (Google rating)

    Ice Cream

    Leone's Frosty Treat is an ice cream shop at 424 W Fourteenth St in Traverse City, MI. Its Google description uses the name Goodson's Frosty Treat and states that the Beard family has owned and operated the business since 2011. The description points to the Turtle Sundae, custom-made ice cream creations, and a Flavor of the Week that customers can ask to taste. Coffee is also available. The shop has a Google rating of 4.5 from 203 reviews. The setting is casual, with seating for dine-in visits and takeout available, but no table service or delivery. Listed attributes indicate that the shop welcomes children and families and is suitable for groups and solo visits. Free parking is available both in a lot and on the street. The entrance, parking, and restroom are listed as wheelchair accessible, and the shop accepts credit and debit cards.

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