Save The Ponds - Paris, Michigan

05/08/2026

04/30/2026

Paris Park Opening Day Update - The opening day for Paris County Park has been delayed by 1-week as we continue to work through a replacement plan for the park office that was damaged in a fire. The new anticipated opening date is May 8th at 8:00 AM.

Seasonal Campers and Nightly Reservation holders affected by the delay have all been e-mailed or called with information and options related to the change in the parks opening day.

We hope to have a new temporary office structure in place before next Friday to check-in all our customers and great everyone for the season, however if the office is not up and running we will relay an alternative check-in plan to those arriving.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back to the park on May 8th and will provide an update next week on the office conditions and check-in procedures.

04/23/2026

The Paris Ponds have been part of this community for generations — a place for fishing, learning, wildlife, and quiet moments that turn into lifelong memories.

Right now, they need our help.

We’re working to restore and revitalize the ponds and raceway, bringing this special place back so it can continue serving the community for years to come.

Every donation helps move this project forward — from repairing infrastructure to creating a healthier environment for fish and wildlife.

If this place means something to you, or if you believe places like this should be protected, we invite you to be part of the effort.

👉 Learn more or donate here: ParisPonds.org

Together, we can bring the ponds back. 💙

Now more than ever, the ponds need our help to thrive once more. We’re excited to launch a multi-phase effort to revitalize these historic ponds and preserve them for future generations.

04/16/2026

04/14/2026

Notice to Bidders

The Mecosta County Park Commission is seeking bids for renovations and improvements to the Fishponds and Water Control Structures at Paris County Park until May 8th, 2026 at 11:30 AM.

The project components include removal of existing rock/concrete structures, installation of steel z-sheeting wall structures, removal of existing water control structures, installation of new water control structures, removing sections of sidewalk, installing new concrete sidewalk along fishpond.

A mandatory pre-bid meeting of interested bidders is scheduled for April 20th, 2026 at 9:30 AM at the project site.

Drawings and specifications are available online at https://www.mecostacountyparks.com/public-notice-meetings-planning-and-policies.html

04/06/2026

Warmer days, flowing water, and the return of all the moments that make this place special. We can’t wait to see the park come back to life! 💙