About Reeds Lake / Lakeside
The Reeds Lake and Lakeside neighborhood wraps around one of West Michigan's most beloved urban lakes — a 283-acre recreational gem. Residents enjoy direct access to the 4.2-mile Reeds Lake Trail, kayaking, fishing for bluegill, crappie, largemouth bass, and northern pike, swimming at Collins Park, and watching Grand Rapids Yacht Club regattas on summer weekends. The neighborhood is anchored by John Collins Park (650 Lakeside Dr), the EGR Public Library with its History Room and Gerald R. Ford statue, and Rose's on Reeds Lake — the last building from the historic Ramona Park amusement park (1897–1955).
Neighborhood Highlights
- Reeds Lake — 283 acres
- 4.2-mile Reeds Lake Trail loop
- John Collins Park boat launch and beach
- Fishing: bluegill, bass, crappie, northern pike
- Free Monday concerts and outdoor movies (summer)
- Gerald R. Ford statue at the library
- Rose's on Reeds Lake (historic landmark)
- Grand Rapids Yacht Club regattas