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Windmill Pointe Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 396 Google reviews · Running trail in Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Windmill Pointe Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Spacious city park (open only to residents) and playground featuring a marina, tennis courts, a pier and a pool, plus other sports areas including volleyball nets .
What runners say about Windmill Pointe Park
“The grounds are well-maintained, and the recent installation of new playgrounds is a big plus for families.”
“The kids' pool is wonderful too, featuring a gorgeous fountain that adds to the charm.”
Best park in the Park! I start my weekdays here at 5:30 AM, when the gym opens. In the summer, the pool also opens at 5:30 AM to lap swimmers. There is nothing better than a workout to the sunrise over Lake St. Clair. We love seeing the first run movies here with the kids.
It's a wonderful residence only park in Grosse Pointe Park. It has two theaters, kiddie and regular pools, classes, exercise equipment, gym, boat harbor and a large building to rent out for events. Also tennis courts, playground, concession stand, and sand volleyball courts.
Excellent public park, nice facilities: heated pool, tennis courts, horseshoe pits, fishing dock, marina, fitness center, children's playground, indoor gym, activity center, and two first-run movie theaters. But, only open to residents of Grosse Pointe Park and their guests.
Windmill Pointe Park is a fantastic spot for Grosse Pointe Park residents! The grounds are well-maintained, and the recent installation of new playgrounds is a big plus for families. The marina is lovely, although getting a well can be a bit challenging.
Trail conditions & character
“Amazing park with amazing views, one thing to note, you have to be a Grosse Pointe Park resident to enter.”
“Overall, Windmill Pointe Park is a great place for recreation and family fun, but a few improvements could take it to the next level!”
Plan your run at Windmill Pointe Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Websitegrossepointepark.org
- Phone(313) 822-2812
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
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