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Buffalo Park
Address
7200 Stanwood Dr.
Stanwood,
MI
49346
United States
Regions: Stanwood
Phone
(231) 796-8935
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Description
Buffalo Park sits in a low-density residential pocket of Stanwood, positioned right next to the Big Rapids Eagles 2535 clubhouse near the intersection of 7 Mile Road and 180th Avenue. Two softball fields anchor the park, supported by a picnic shelter, grills, a basketball court, horseshoe pits, and volleyball courts, giving neighborhood groups several ways to organize a pickup game or a family gathering in the same visit. A playground rounds out the amenities for families with younger kids who aren't there for the sports fields. Because Buffalo Park is a Mecosta Township park rather than one of the county's larger waterfront parks, it doesn't require a vehicle permit or camping fee, making it a low-key stop for anyone passing through Stanwood. Visitors combining a stop here with a visit to the neighboring Eagles hall can treat Buffalo Park as a natural extension of an afternoon in the area, since the two sit close enough to walk between. Local families return to Buffalo Park for casual softball games and picnics rather than treating it as a destination on its own, which keeps the park quiet outside of scheduled games and gatherings. The park connects loosely to the wider recreation options around Stanwood and Hardy Dam Pond, giving visitors an easy add-on stop if they're already exploring the area's lakes and trails.
Amenities & Services
| Parking |
| Kid Friendly (Family) |
| Picnic Areas |
| Playgrounds |
| Horseshoes |
| Basketball Court |
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