A Walk in the Park is an ongoing series from State Journal photographer Nick King, who intends to explore Lansing area parks one hour at a time. If you have a suggestion of a park he should visit, email him at [email protected].
Columbia Creek Park in Aurelius Township is a rustic haven where the murmur of creek water sets the tone as a perfect place for visitors to reconnect with nature in Ingham County’s countryside, 25 minutes south of Lansing.
The park, located at 6122 Curtice Road between Waverly and Gale roads, offers visitors access to the Columbia Creek, a body of water that gently runs east and west through the park’s boundaries. Park-goers can walk along the creek and take in the natural beauty or sit at one of the several benches or enjoy a picnic at one of the tables on site…