The 5 Best Parks in Dearborn, MI

Last updated October 9, 2026 · ranked from 1,118 Google reviews · How we rank

This list ranks 5 parks in and around Dearborn, MI, led by Lapeer Park, Hemlock Park and Rosalie Hubbard Playlot. Together they have 1,118 Google reviews; Lapeer Park has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.5. Every place on the list is in Dearborn, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.

  1. Lapeer Park in Dearborn1

    Lapeer Park

    4.5(367)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 367 reviews (Google rating)

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    Basketball, tennis, and volleyball courts give Lapeer Park several ways to spend an active afternoon in Dearborn, MI, earning it the top spot for its mix of sports, play, and picnic facilities. Children have slides and swings, while picnic tables accommodate a meal together. Dogs are welcome, and wheelchair-accessible parking and an accessible entrance are available. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., the park also has a 4.5-star Google rating from 367 reviews.

    • Three court sports
    • Slides and swings
    • Picnic tables available

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  2. Hemlock Park in Dearborn2

    Hemlock Park

    4.2(729)· Google4.2 out of 5 from 729 reviews (Google rating)

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    Play areas, sports facilities and picnic amenities earn Hemlock Park the No. 2 spot in Dearborn, MI. Children have swings, slides and a splash pad, while baseball fields and basketball and volleyball courts offer space for active outings. Picnic tables and a barbecue grill accommodate group meals. Free lot and street parking, public restrooms, and wheelchair-accessible entry, parking and restroom facilities add practical value. Its Google rating is 4.2 from 729 reviews, though one reviewer calls for playground updates.

    • Playground and splash pad
    • Multiple sports facilities
    • Picnic tables and grill
    “Not as bad as it used to be. It calmed down, could use a little update like the rest of the Dearborn parks in the kids playground.”
    — Moe Mused, 2026-09-01 · google

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  3. Rosalie Hubbard Playlot in Dearborn3

    Rosalie Hubbard Playlot

    4.3(18)· Google4.3 out of 5 from 18 reviews (Google rating)

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    Children’s play is the main draw at Rosalie Hubbard Playlot, earning it the No. 3 spot with a designated play area, slides, and swings. Located at 4910 Rosalie St in Dearborn, MI, the park also has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. A reviewer describes it as a small park, while its 4.3 Google rating across 18 reviews adds a positive visitor signal. Its specific appeal is straightforward: a place for children to enjoy familiar playground equipment.

    • Slides and swings
    • Children’s play area
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    “In a park or play area, we can keep in this area. I’ll give it a five as long as it’s OK. This is a small park and is absolutely OK.”
    — jerry Nemeth, 2024-11-14 · google

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  4. Palmer-Jerome Playlot in Dearborn4

    Palmer-Jerome Playlot

    4.0(4)· Google4.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews (Google rating)

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    A designated play area and child-welcoming setting earn Palmer-Jerome Playlot the No. 4 spot among parks in Dearborn, MI. Located at 4571 Palmer St, the park offers space for children to play, with listed hours of 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day. That consistent schedule allows for morning, afternoon or evening visits. Its Google rating of 4 out of 5, based on four reviews, adds a positive visitor signal to those practical features.

    • Designated play area
    • Welcomes children
    • Open daily

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  5. City of Dearborn Community parks in Dearborn5

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    A welcome for children and two documented accessibility features put this community parks listing at No. 5. Located at 16901 Michigan Ave in Dearborn, MI, it lists both wheelchair-accessible parking and a wheelchair-accessible entrance. Those concrete access details, alongside its child-friendly designation, are the basis for its inclusion and give families and visitors who use wheelchairs useful information when planning a visit.

    • Welcomes children
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking

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Compare at a glance

Comparison of the best Parks in Dearborn, MI
#PlaceGoogle ratingPriceGoogle reviewsNeighborhoodPhoneOpen now
1Lapeer Park4.5(367)4.5 out of 5 from 367 reviews (Google rating)—367—+1313-943-2350Closed
2Hemlock Park4.2(729)4.2 out of 5 from 729 reviews (Google rating)—729—+1313-943-2350Closed
3Rosalie Hubbard Playlot4.3(18)4.3 out of 5 from 18 reviews (Google rating)—18—+1313-943-2285—
4Palmer-Jerome Playlot4.0(4)4.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews (Google rating)—4—+1313-943-2350Closed
5City of Dearborn Community parks———+1313-943-2000—

Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.

How we ranked this list

Each park is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Dearborn category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.

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Parks in Dearborn, MI: common questions

Which parks in Dearborn, MI have facilities for several sports?
Ford Woods Park has tennis courts, ball fields, a roller hockey rink, and a swimming pool. Hemlock Park has baseball, basketball, and volleyball facilities. Lapeer Park offers basketball, tennis, and volleyball courts.
Where can families find playgrounds and picnic tables in Dearborn, MI?
Ford Woods Park, Hemlock Park, Lapeer Park, and Morningside Park all have picnic tables, slides, and swings. Hemlock Park also has barbecue grills and a splash pad. Morningside Park is at 1314 Ferney St.
Which parks in Dearborn, MI welcome dogs?
Hemlock Park and Lapeer Park welcome dogs. The members-only dog park at 16301 Michigan Ave is another option, open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Its contact number is +1 313-943-2010.
Which parks in Dearborn, MI offer early or late visiting hours?
Arthur Basse Park is open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., Hemlock Park from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Lapeer Park from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Geer Park, at 14767 Prospect St, is open 24 hours daily.
Which parks in Dearborn, MI have wheelchair-accessible facilities?
Hemlock Park has a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and restroom. Ford Woods Park, Lapeer Park, Arthur Basse Park, and Geer Park each have wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking. Morningside Park and Rosalie Hubbard Playlot have wheelchair-accessible entrances.

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