Grand Rapids has something to celebrate along the banks of the Grand River: the city has reached the midpoint of its Grand River Edges Trail project, a milestone that has residents and city leaders looking ahead with excitement to a finished riverfront path.

According to reports from WZZM13 and MLive, the city marked the construction milestone this week, highlighting progress on the $9.6 million trail extension that will connect communities along the Grand River corridor. The celebration recognized how far the project has come and renewed enthusiasm for the stretch of trail still to come.

When complete, the Grand River Edges Trail will give Grand Rapids residents a continuous, scenic route along one of Michigan’s most iconic waterways — ideal for walking, jogging, and cycling. Projects like this one are part of a broader effort to make the riverfront more accessible and enjoyable for everyone in the community.

The trail project represents a concrete investment in outdoor infrastructure that directly benefits residents across the city, adding to Grand Rapids’ growing reputation as a walkable, active community. With the halfway point now behind them, crews and city officials are looking forward to the day the full trail opens to the public.

Sources: MLive.com, WZZM13.com