The park was named in honor of Manly W. Bennett, a significant figure in local township history.
The property is part of a larger interconnected network of regional green spaces intended for watershed protection.
The disc golf course is professionally designed to challenge players with elevation changes and tight-line throws in forested corridors.
The park grounds serve as a drainage basin for local runoff, helping to manage water levels in the surrounding Hamburg area.
Manly W. Bennett Park is a 180-acre community recreational space located in Hamburg Township, Michigan. It features a diverse landscape that includes wetlands, woodlands, and open fields, providing a habitat for local wildlife. The park serves as a central hub for outdoor activity, housing multiple athletic fields for soccer and baseball. A notable feature is the 18-hole disc golf course that winds through varying terrain. Additionally, the park contains a dedicated sledding hill, which is a popular draw during the winter months. Visitors can access a network of trails suitable for walking and light hiking throughout the wooded sections of the property. The park includes picnic pavilions and accessible playground areas for families. It operates under the management of the Hamburg Township Parks and Recreation department.
The elevated vantage point on the disc golf course looking over the wooded valley during the peak autumn color change.
Bring bug spray if visiting during late spring or summer, as the wooded areas and wetlands can host significant mosquito populations.
Wear footwear appropriate for uneven terrain if you plan to play the full disc golf course.
Check the park's online event calendar before visiting, as athletic tournaments can occasionally occupy most of the parking and field space.
Do not attempt to use the athletic fields if they are closed due to excessive rainfall, as this damages the turf.
Sledding hill is only operational during winter snow conditions; specific fields may close for maintenance or during wet seasons.
Leash laws are strictly enforced for pets; carry out all trash to maintain the natural landscape.
