Ottawa County Parks & Recreation

Idema Explorers Trail

Amenities & Activities

• 10’ paved trail for hiking and biking along the Grand River Greenway
• Access to public lands along the route
• Restrooms/rustic toilets available at trailheads (amenities vary by location)
• Access points to Grand River Heritage Water Trail

Please Note: Motorized vehicles of any kind are not allowed.

Maps

These maps show the future 30-mile Idema Explorers Trail from Grand Haven to Grand Rapids.

These maps show scheduled construction on segments of the Idema Explorers Trail.

This trail is expected to be complete in 2022. Learn more about fundraising for the Grand River Greenway and Idema Explorers Trail.

Park Hours

The Idema Explorers Trail is open year-round. Please note plowing of trailheads varies by location. Call the Ottawa County Parks office for more details: (616) 738-4810.

Fees

There are no fees to use the Idema Explorers Trail.

Dog Policy

• Dogs are required to be leashed (10’ max) and under control at all times.
• Dogs are not permitted off-trail.
• Owners must clean up after their pet and dispose of waste in a trash receptacle.
• Leader dogs for persons with disabilities are permitted in all areas at any time.
• Recognizing that most dogs enjoy running and playing freely, many Ottawa County Open Space Lands allow dogs year-round off leash.

Additional Park Rules