Swimmers, boaters and volunteers will take to the water Friday, July 11, to fund cancer research at the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center. Held at Belle Isle Beach House, Detroit’s Swim ...

Years in the making, this Detroit, Michigan, riverfront park is a 22-acre gem with gorgeous views of the skyline, playground ...

A 2 ½ year study of Belle Isle led to a list of recommendations for making getting around the island easier. Recommendations include creating a dedicated bike lane on the bridge onto Belle Isle, ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: The sunset from Belle Isle's aptly named Sunset Point, on the island's western edge, can't be beat. Bring a picnic and enjoy Detroit's best view. – Sarah Bence In the midst of ...

DETROIT (WXYZ) — Belle Isle became more accessible Friday with the official opening of a new 5.8-mile trail system at Sunset Point, connecting the island to the ...

After years of planning, the longest state-designated trail in the U.S. just got even longer with the completion of another stretch of the Iron Belle Trail. "It's really, really special to be able to ...

More than a decade after the state of Michigan took over management of Belle Isle, residents are being asked to help shape the island's next chapter. The Department of Natural Resources and the Belle ...

A new 10-year plan to reduce traffic and improve safety and accessibility on Belle Isle calls for, among other things, bringing ferry service back to the island park and Detroit River. Nearer term, ...

Detroit — Detroit residents found creative ways to stay cool at Belle Isle and Hart Plaza on Saturday as the mercury neared 90 degrees. An extreme heat warning, with temperatures in the upper 90s and ...