The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Viewing Park offers aviation enthusiasts and families a unique opportunity to witness the hustle and bustle of airport operations firsthand. Located on Kraft Avenue north of 52nd Street, this park provides an ideal vantage point to observe up to 300 aircraft taking off and landing daily.
Renovated to enhance visitor experience, the viewing park features a pavilion with permanent restroom facilities, filtered drinking fountains, ample picnic tables, and over 100 parking spaces facing the airfield for optimal viewing. With additional bus parking spaces available for larger groups, the park is a popular destination particularly during the summer months for a memorable aviation spectacle.
Open daily from 7:30am until dusk, the public park operates on a first-come, first-served basis, offering a serene environment for plane-watching. Visitors are urged to adhere to park regulations, prohibiting alcohol, grills, and open fires, while Airport Police ensure safety. For directions and updates, GPS users can simply input the address "4820 Kraft Ave. SE, Grand Rapids, MI" and connect with the Viewing Park Facebook page for more information.
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