County Farm Park — Attraction in Ann Arbor

It's nicely kept and it's large. Parts are close to busy roads so it's not very quiet in those areas, but most of it is far enough and sheltered enough from busy roads that you can get a sense of nature unbothered by traffic. It's not completely natural but it's not totally fancy, curated, or manicured either. It's a nice picnic, walk for exercise sort of park. It's not like a typical city park where there are large open lawns and carefully tended, very large, old trees. It has no fountain, no statues, no stage. It does have some planted gardens which are nice and a play area for small children. It's not a country park with hundreds of acres of relatively unmanaged fields and forest either. It's slightly hilly, overgrown farmland on what used to be the edge of town. There is no water feature that I know of. It's a great place for a brisk walk or a picnic. It's not particularly good for getting away from the distractions of civilization because it's surrounded by city, nor is it good for relaxing while other people go about their business because it's too far from the urban center. They do have exercise stations on the walking trails so you can walk and do things like arm, stomach, and leg exercises every hundred yards along the way. There are plenty of picnic benches so it's a pretty good place to have a picnic, but you will have people walking around if you're there on an early evening or weekend. There is a good amount of parking, but I get the sense that more than half of the visitors walk or bicycle in from the surrounding neighborhoods. At one end of the park is a physical fitness recreation center that is operated by the county. On nice weekend days in the summer the parking lot fills up completely and you have to try to give parking somewhere else and walk a few blocks back...

I recently visited this local park, and despite the rainy weather, it was a truly wonderful experience. The park is a haven of peace and tranquility, with nature taking center stage in every direction. Even in the drizzle, the scenery was absolutely stunning. The soft sound of rain tapping against the leaves and the gentle rustle of the trees only added to the serene atmosphere, making it a calming place to escape the busyness of everyday life.

The variety of flowers and trees throughout the park is impressive. From vibrant flowerbeds to towering trees, there’s no shortage of natural beauty here. Each section of the park felt like a different world, offering its own unique combination of colors and textures. The flowers, even under the overcast sky, were bright and lovely, their petals glistening in the rain. It’s clear that the park is well-maintained, and the attention to detail in the landscaping made the experience all the more enjoyable.

One of the things I appreciated most was how peaceful it felt, even though a few others were walking the paths or sitting under gazebos. The park’s wide, open spaces and quiet corners create the perfect environment for reflection or simply enjoying nature’s beauty. Whether you’re looking to take a leisurely walk, admire the flowers, or just sit and breathe in the fresh air, this park is an ideal spot.

In short, this local park is a gem, rain or shine. The calming ambiance, beautiful flowers, and towering trees make it a place I’ll return to, no matter...

This is by far our favourite park to take the kids in annarbor its free and from the entrance you can tell they did a great job on this park.. Great place to walk your dog or take a stroll through the trails. There is a pavilion for birthdays and in the summer there are a ton of gardens people rent and grow everything from tomatoes to bellpeppers to watermelon most will happily share their bounty and knowledge of growing things with you. great place to teach and relax with other parents alike. Spacious parking lot and seems its never overcrowded. Perfect place to take the family. 👍 will update of pictures of...