This heavily wooded, 200-acre park gives the feel of a scenic mountain venue, yet it is located less than three miles southeast of the state Capitol building. The gorgeous Fidelity Lake is easily accessible by car from Mount Hope Avenue via Fidelity Road and by bicycle or foot from the Lansing River Trail. The lack of motorized boats provides a quiet, peaceful setting to enjoy a picnic, canoe ride, or nature walk.

The park 's close proximity to several other outstanding attractions makes it a centerpiece of a fun-filled day trip involving the River Trail, which borders the park on the north, Fenner Arboretum, which borders it on the south, and MSU, which is less than half a mile to the east.

Wildlife abounds in the park, with dense populations of deer, turkeys, geese, and fish commonly seen. The handicap-accessible kayak loading station simplifies use of canoes and kayaks. Crego Park's many assets resulted in its being honored with an Outstanding Park Design Award by the Michigan Recreation and Park Association in February, 2015.