Jackson County Parks

County Recreation Plan for 2005-2009 Draft copy
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Going to the park has always been a family summertime tradition. Fulfill this tradition by visiting one of the many attractions available in Jackson County. Preview our Special Summer Events page to see the special events that will take place this summer at the Parks. The Special Summer Events page also includes the dates and events for the 2010 Cascades Rotary Bandshell Summer Concert Series.

	Cascades Falls provides visitors a view of colorful waterfalls while they listen to beautiful music from the comfortable seats. Visitors can climb to the top of the Falls while dodging spraying water. Learn more about Cascades Illuminated Falls by Clicking here CASCADE FALLS 2010 SEASON OPEN DATES: OPENED: May 22nd thru September 7th CLOSED: May 26th, May 27th, and May 28th SEPTEMBER OPEN DATES ONLY: September 10th, 11th, 17th and 18th CASCADE FALLS 2010 FIREWORK SHOWS (3) Saturday, May 29th, Saturday, July 3rd, and Saturday, September 4th
	Cascades Manor House is Jackson's most historic landmark restaurant that overlooks Cascades Park. It is open to the public with a come as you are attire. Sunday Brunch is served from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The Manor House also features Banquets, Business Meetings, Golf Outings, and Receptions by Reservation. Call (517) 784-1500 for more information. Learn more about the Cascades Manor House by Clicking here
	Come play one of Michigan's top-rated public 18-hole golf courses. For tee time availability please call (517) 788-4323. For more information about the Cascades Golf Course Click here
	The purpose of the Cascades Master Plan is twofold: - A plan that will guide capital improvements at the Park throughout the creation of a long-term, multi-year phasing strategy - Secure funding from private and public sources for the implementation of the improvements in the plan. For more information on the Cascades Park Master Plan Click here
	The Falling Waters Trail is a major east-west component of the Jackson County Regional Trail plan, connecting Cascades, Ella Sharp, Lime Lake and Swains Lake parks in south-central Michigan’s Jackson County with the city of Jackson. The Trail has been dedicated as a Jackson County Park. For more information on the Falling Waters Trial Click here

In need of directions to the Cascades Manor House, Cascades Golf Course, or the Cascades Falls? Click here for a map of the area.

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