The island had a ferry service up until the 1950s, Treadwell said. “With only one bridge to the park, there’s not a lot of other options for getting people into the park,” she said.

Belle Isle attendance has increased from about 2 million visitors in 2014 to 5.6 million in 2023, according to the study.

Ferry service could be launched. Central Avenue could get a major makeover. The Belle Isle Park Multimodal Mobility Study offers a “10-year phased plan to improve safety and mobility.” ...

Belle Isle officials have developed a plan to put a public square in the park. Here's what to know about the project, including what changes will be made and how it will impact visitors.

Detroit — The Belle Isle Conservancy's new CEO has a history of growing Detroit's public spaces and said she wants longtime residents and frequent park visitors to lead the vision for the island ...

Leaders at Belle Isle are hoping to create a new public commons area aimed at making the park more accessible and connected for the more than 5 million annual visitors.

This is Belle Isle, a 982-acre state park known for its unique character, historic structures, and green space. Things to do There are many sites worth visiting on Belle Isle.