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Hidden Lake Garden

6214 Monroe Road, Tipton, MI 49287
(517) 431-2060
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Ranked #1 of 1 attractions in Tipton
Type: Gardens
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Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan
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425 helpful votes 425 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

Not too much to say that has not been said better already. Very nice, mid-sized park owned & operated by MSU. I found Hidden Lake Garden to be remarkably well maintained with excellent signage and just about everything you could really hope for in terms of exhibiting plants, trees and flowers. Real standouts were the hiiking trails and the conservatory... More

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Jackson, Michigan
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

This place is pretty and nicely landscaped but I'm not a fan. Paying to get in and look at the landscaping is boring and there are better state parks in the area.

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Island, Lk. Superior
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

If you don't want to get out of the car there are a few miles of paved lanes looping through mature hardwoods, sparse remnants of prairie, and manicured plantings. If you want to stretch your legs there are a few miles of hiking trails through steep and hilly hardwood forests.

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coldwater
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2013

This is a great place to visit on your way to Cabelas in Dundee. This is a amazing place. Bonsi exhibit do not miss....very cool

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 12, 2013

Hostas Hostas Hostas. They are my favorite and there are SOOO many different kinds here. I love that we can just drive thru if we want, or park and walk around. It's a beautiful, well taken care of property.

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Ann Arbor, Michigan
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 19, 2012

I grew up in this area and have spent summers, springs and falls going on field trips and family outings to Hidden Lake Gardens. It seems there are always new things to discover. The trails are great to walk/hike, there is plenty of greenery to admire, and if you are into photography, this is definitely the place for you.

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CEMENT CITY
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 2, 2012

We took a motorcycle trip to HLG and loved every minute. There was a small lake to cool off the feet. There were picnic tables we used to set out our picnic stuff. The grounds are beautiful. This is one of Michigan's treasures.

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S.E Michigan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 26, 2012

Yes, there is an admission fee...per person rather than per car. The grounds are kept up very well and there are walking trails as well as a splendid drive through the park. Pack a lunch and eat at one of the shelters provided. Indoor greenhouse and displays are not to be missed. If you are into geocaching, there are several... More

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Ann Arbor, Michigan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 21, 2012

A bit out of the way to get there but a very peaceful setting and knowledgeable staff to answer questions on suitability of various plants for home gardens. This is connected to MSU as a research facility, too.

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Adrian
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 20, 2012

The area is beautiful and a great place for family. The only negative is the price. It can be costly for a family for what you get to sightsee. The pond is a great place to feed the fish so bring a loaf of bread.

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