Portland, MI

Situated halfway between Lansing and Grand Rapids, Portland is brimming with small-town charm just off the I-96 in Ionia County. Nicknamed the City of Two Rivers, Portland enjoys access to the Looking Glass River and the Grand River, both of which come together near Portland’s downtown area. One of Portland’s main attractions is the Portland Riverwalk, which contains nine miles of trails along the banks of the Grand River and the Looking Glass River, with abundant wildlife views and connections to most of the city’s parks. The Portland Riverwalk also serves as a gathering place for Portland’s tight-knit community in addition to special events like the Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks and Portland’s vibrant downtown area. Portland residents and visitors find specialty shops, eateries, and offices in historic buildings along Kent Street in Downtown Portland as well as a sense of place and heritage.