Erma Henderson Park — Attraction in Detroit

Beautiful little gem, nestled in a cove of trees, down a small, gradual sloping hill. It’s steps off of the hustle & bustle of busy Jefferson, with a parking lot and a walking loop. Situated next to neighboring boat wells, the park and the boat wells are separated by a 2 lane road, so your children will be safe from any water mishaps. There is a small, (a little bit bigger than a) backyard-style playground with swings and a kind of “jungle gym,” a scattering of a few cookout tables, and plenty of shade provided by the enormous trees hugging the park, so even on the hottest of days, you’ll be surprisingly cool. My kids used to love it here (they’re all grown-up; it had to happen), and now that they’ve added the walking loop, even if your kiddos are at school, parents can have some wonderful, much needed “Me-time.” Enjoy this rare, quiet little...

I live next to the Erma Henderson Marina, and Park. The city finally started working on the park. But, they have blocked the citizens from enjoying it with fences. They have not put the rail back up in front of the river. And, they have left heavy equipment there, that has been sitting there for at least 2 months.. The marina they have left destroyed by neglect. I'm very disappointed in the city for moving the boaters that have been at the marina be moved to river side maina. I think the city is about to sell, or give away more precious riverfront land. Just like the water department took over the parking lot off the park next the...

Nice, clean park with enough amenities to be useful and fun, but not so many that it gets confusing or overwhelming.

Also used as the Blue Lot parking area for the DGPA volunteers on Grand Prix weekend, so avoid it the weekend after Memorial Day if all you want is a nice calm day with the family.

If you're parking there that weekend, bring your 4x4 or at least something with a higher ground clearance to get over the curbs. If it rains, you WILL need a tow if you don't have at least...