Leslie E. Tassell Park — Attraction in Cascade Charter Township

Always a clean place, access to the river and plenty of parking. The bathrooms are even nice here. There are several locations along the pathway with dog bags if you forget one at home or in your car. Special areas exist to dispose of fishing line as well which I always admire. The entire place is always well kept. There's even a fire pit that you can use so long as you follow the rules that are printed in the fire pit area. The entire park has a very whimsical feel with the large sculptures in bronze of children playing ring around the rosies, a grandfather telling a fishtail, or a large frog seemingly jumping into the air. There are also little table areas and plenty of benches to sit and enjoy the river. Also a small pavilion by the river and another one up the hill. In the evening or during darker hours there's plenty of lighting as well. This is one of the better parks in Kent County. Plenty of garbage cans on hand to ensure that no one letters and great views of the river and the...

A fantastic family-friendly spot with beautiful gardens & a touch of Thornapple River history thrown in. This location was previously a residence & Leslie E. Tassel generously provided this space for the community.

Restrooms and covered picnic spots make this place ideal for parties. There is also a fire pit ring down by the water.

There is a dam on the river here; you can occasionally watch as they raise & lower the stops for the water.

There are lovely bronze sculptures: one of children playing ring around the rosy, and one of a grandpa telling his grandson the size of a fish.

Sculptural water display acts as a splash pad for the kids! They love it!

There are some great fishing spots here.

TIP— bring lightweight plastic cups for the kids to set on top of the water spouts in the ground. They love to watch them shoot up into the air!

TIP— walk across the street to enjoy tasty treats at the local coffee & ice...

I stopped here a while ago and saw the damn but didn't have time to walk around . Definitely worth the spot.. There is a path by the river full of stone steps and little private areas by the river to take pictures of have a picnic or fish.. There is a water splash area for the kiddos a beautiful pavilion with free Wi-Fi and an overlook dock you can fish off... Tons of cute little chipmunks who seem to know kids drop food lol... And picnic tables scattered amongst the shade.. Around the corner is an ice cream shop that is a perfect grab before your river walk in a hot.. Highly recommend...