Landmark

Belle Isle Park

Detroit, United States

Set inDetroit, United States

Climate23–82°F

CurrencyUSD

LanguageEnglish

TimezoneUTC-05:00

On the map

Map showing the location of Belle Isle Park

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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Jun–Sep. Go in May, Oct for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightJul · 50%

WarmestJul · 82°F

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

This 982-acre island park in the Detroit River, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, holds the James Scott Memorial Fountain, a conservatory, an aquarium, and sweeping skyline views back toward downtown.

Know before you go

A Michigan Recreation Passport is required to drive onto the island — $9/day for out-of-state vehicles.
Time a visit for sunset near the James Scott Fountain for the best skyline photos.
Rent a bike or kayak in summer to cover more of the island's trails and shoreline.

Pairs well with

Renaissance Center

Detroit Institute of Arts

Frequently asked questions

Where is Belle Isle Park?

Belle Isle Park is in Detroit, United States.

What is Belle Isle Park known for?

This 982-acre island park in the Detroit River, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, holds the James Scott Memorial Fountain, a conservatory, an aquarium, and sweeping skyline views back toward downtown.

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