A 150-acre private nonprofit park on a mile-long loop road, funded by admission and donations rather than taxes. It packs in a spray park, a mile-long steam train ride, mini golf, four playgrounds, pedal boats on Willow Lake, and a small wildlife center, and it is open every day of the year.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot included with the per-vehicle gate fee · unconfirmed
Trails
A paved 1.2-mile walking path with covered bridges follows the loop road
Entry fee
Not free to drive in: a per-vehicle gate fee applies ($5 Monday-Thursday, $10 Friday-Sunday and holidays). Walking or cycling in is free, and handicap-placard holders and military ID holders enter free. This is a paid-gate private park,…
Dogs
Dogs are welcome on leash (6 feet or shorter) throughout the park; owners must clean up after their pet
Hours
7am to dusk, 365 days a year
What's here
On site
Playground
Four separate playgrounds around the park
Restroom
multiple locations around the loop road
Picnic area
$25 per table including a charcoal grill; a $20 alcohol permit is available · True
Shelter
seven named pavilions, from a 30-person party tent to the 160-person Dow pavilion; prices run roughly $150-$650 depending on size and day · True
Concessions
Picnic Store & Grill and the Sweet Shoppe ice cream stand
Common questions
Entry on foot or bike costs nothing, but driving in means paying a per-vehicle gate fee, cheaper on weekdays than on weekends and holidays.
What is there to do besides walk around?
A one-mile steam train ride, 18-hole mini golf, a large spray park, four playgrounds, pedal boats on Willow Lake, and a small wildlife center round out a full day.
Where do I park at Look Park?
Paid lot (included with the per-vehicle gate fee).
Is there an entry fee at Look Park?
Yes, Not free to drive in: a per-vehicle gate fee applies ($5 Monday-Thursday, $10 Friday-Sunday and holidays). Walking or cycling in is free, and handicap-placard holders and military ID holders enter free. This is a paid-gate private park,…
Can I bring my dog to Look Park?
Dogs are welcome on leash (6 feet or shorter) throughout the park; owners must clean up after their pet
What rules should I know at Look Park?
No glass bottles or kegs without the paid alcohol permit.