Jackson County Parks

Adventure awaits around every corner in Jackson County this summer! 🌳🏕️🌞🏞️🎉

Join Jackson County Parks and Experience Jackson for the first ever Jackson County Parks Challenge! Explore your Jackson County Parks and win prizes! Complete 8 check-ins by September 7, 2026 and you'll earn an exclusive Jackson County Parks water bottle! Want an extra challenge? Finish your 8 check-ins by July 31 and you'll be entered into a drawing for FOUR Detroit Tigers tickets, courtesy of American 1 Credit Union! ⚾🐯

How do I participate?
Download the Experience Jackson app
Click on “Challenges”
Select “Jackson County Parks Challenge 2026”
Visit and check in at least 8 of the locations, clinking “check in” in the middle of the screen at each to confirm your visit
Once you check in at those 8 locations, click “submit” at top center of the app challenge, enter your contact info and you’ve qualified for the water bottle and in the drawing (see details below).
Explore your parks and win prizes!

Use the link below to learn more!

https://www.experiencejackson.com/parks-challenge-2026/

Good luck and have fun Jackson County! 🌳☀️

Want an extra reason to get exploring? 🌳☀️

The Jackson County Parks Summer Challenge is your chance to explore some of the best parks in the county, discover new favorite spots, and earn prizes along the way! Complete 8 check-ins by September 7, 2026 and you'll earn an exclusive Jackson County Parks water bottle! Want an extra challenge? Finish your 8 check-ins by July 31 and you'll be entered into a drawing for FOUR Detroit Tigers tickets, courtesy of American 1 Credit Union! ⚾🐯

Download the Experience Jackson app and start checking in today!
Make this your summer of adventure!☀️

Happy Father's Day! Here's to the dads who make every trail, playground, and family outing an adventure. Thank you for all you do! 💙🌳

The Crafts & Market is back at the Cascades! ✨🌷

June 27th, 10am - 2pm!

Come explore local vendors, enjoy live entertainment, grab a bite from the food truck, and make a day of it with friends and family!

We can't wait to see you there! ☀️🎶🛍️🍔

Trade the office for the outdoors! ☀️🌳☁️

Join the Jackson County Parks team and help maintain the parks, trails, and green spaces that make our community special. Use the link below to apply today!

https://www.bsaonline.com/HrPositions/Details?SalaryRange=-&Title=False&MunicipalityFilters=388%3a%3aJackson+County&HideAppliedTo=False&uid=388&RecordKey=4217

Your office could have lake views! ☀️⛺️

We're looking for a Campground Attendant to join the team at Pleasant Lake Campground! Use the link below to apply today!

https://www.bsaonline.com/HrPositions/Details?SalaryRange=-&Title=False&MunicipalityFilters=388%3a%3aJackson+County&HideAppliedTo=False&uid=388&RecordKey=4113

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🎉 Jackson County Parks is excited to announce our partnership with the Jackson Area Pickleball Association for a Youth Pickleball Clinic, proudly sponsored by Kiwanis International!
Join us on Wednesday, July 29th at the Hurst Foundation Pickleball Complex for a fun-filled day of learning, games, and pickleball excitement! Whether you're new to the sport or looking to improve your skills, this clinic is a great opportunity for youth to get involved.
Participants can choose from one of two sessions:
🏓 Session 1: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🏓 Session 2: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
For just $20 per participant, each child will receive:
✔️ A clinic t-shirt
✔️ Pizza and cookies
✔️ A goodie bag
✔️ Entry into a paddle prize drawing
The clinic will be held at the Hurst Foundation Pickleball Complex, located at 1401 South Brown Street.
We are so excited to welcome our young athletes to the courts and can't wait to see everyone learning, playing, and having fun! Space is limited, so be sure to register soon.
Please see the Google Form for registration and additional information, or contact our office with any questions.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7uvuqMrUvJwbhqJ7MXzPbELJZWCJU09IZO5UYer4FUa15Mw/viewform

🚚🍔 Calling All Food Truck Vendors! 🌮🍦
The 2026 Food Truck Festival is rolling into town, and we want YOU to be part of the excitement! Join us for an unforgettable day filled with amazing food, great crowds, and community fun.

📅 July 16, 2026
📍 128 W. Ganson St., Jackson, MI
⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Vendor spots are now open—sign up today using the link below and showcase your delicious creations! 🚚✨

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScx-Vr23pvsTWhQDensgqEnUCdY4YDiduED92dYbnjCUTwE2A/viewform?usp=dialog

Calling all solo artists, duos, trios, and acoustic performers for our Crafts and Market Event at the Cascades on June 27th from 12-2PM! If you or someone you know would be interested in performing, we'd love to hear from you! 🎸☀️

Email us at [email protected]
or message on us Facebook or Instagram at Jackson County Parks