Caledonia Township — satellite view
Township22855.3 acres

Caledonia Township

Surrounded by nature

🏙️14 mito Downtown GR
🏞️41 mito Lake Michigan
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Nature access

  • 1 park within 1 mile
  • LaBarge Dam Recreation Area: 4 min walk
  • Blodgett Lake: 5 min drive
🎓Schools
83

Top-rated schools

  • Caledonia Community Schools
  • 6 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 10/10
🚶Walkability
38

Car-dependent

  • LaBarge Dam Recreation Area: 4 min walk
  • 1 places within a 10 min walk
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This expansive township stretches across nearly 36 square miles of rolling countryside just southeast of Grand Rapids, offering residents the perfect blend of rural tranquility and suburban convenience. The landscape is characterized by open farmland, wooded lots, and scattered residential developments that maintain the area's agricultural heritage while accommodating modern family life. Caledonia Community Schools serves the township with an impressive 8.3/10 average rating, including a top-rated 10/10 school that draws families seeking excellent educational opportunities without the urban hustle.

The township's seven distinct neighborhoods each offer their own character, from newer subdivisions with larger lots to established rural properties perfect for those seeking space and privacy. Emmons Lake provides recreational opportunities, while the area's network of country roads makes it popular with cyclists and those who enjoy scenic drives through Michigan's countryside. The 15-mile proximity to downtown Grand Rapids creates an ideal situation for commuters who want small-town living with big-city access.

This community particularly appeals to growing families attracted by the strong schools and safe, spacious environment, as well as empty nesters and retirees who appreciate the peaceful setting and tight-knit community feel. The township also draws hobby farmers and those seeking larger properties for horses or small-scale agriculture, offering a genuine country lifestyle while remaining connected to urban amenities and employment centers.

Nearby Schools

8.3
/10 avg
Above average schools

Based on 6 rated schools nearby

Range: 7/10 to 10/10

School District: Caledonia Community Schools

10Kettle Lake Elementary SchoolElementary · K-04 · 371 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
9Dutton Elementary SchoolElementary · PK-04 · 266 students · 13:1 · 0.0 mi
9Emmons Lake Elementary SchoolElementary · K-04 · 400 students · 17:1 · 0.0 mi
8Duncan Lake Middle SchoolMiddle · 07-08 · 679 students · 19:1 · 0.0 mi
8Caledonia Elementary SchoolElementary · K-04 · 312 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
7Kraft Meadows Intermediate SchoolMiddle · 05-06 · 683 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

4.78%

FEMA flood zone

Nearest Park

LaBarge Dam Recreation Area

0.2 mi

Parks Nearby

1

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Emmons Lake

1.8 mi

Walkability

3.8

Limited

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
0.0
🍽️Dining
1.5
🌳Nature
3.0
🚌Transit
0.0
💪Fitness
0.0

Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Quick drive

D&W Fresh Market

5 mindrive· 18 min bike
🍽️Restaurants
Bikeable

Wendy's

9 minbike· 26 min walk· 4 min drive
Uccello's Ristorante
10 minbike
Taco Bell
11 minbike
McDonald's
5 mindrive

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Quick drive

Starbucks

8 mindrive
🍺Bars & Breweries
Quick drive

Family Tavern

7 mindrive
🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Bikeable

Deep Roots Produce

10 minbike· 30 min walk· 3 min drive
🌳Parks
Easy walk

LaBarge Dam Recreation Area

4 minwalk· 2 min bike· <1 min drive
LEPARD PRESERVE
6 mindrive
Community Green
5 mindrive
Thornapple Riverbend Greenspace
11 minbike

+1 more

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Emmons Lake

8 mindrive
Blodgett Lake
5 mindrive
Kettle Lake
11 mindrive
Campau Lake
11 mindrive

+1 more

🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Fishing Beach

14 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

East Paris Nature Park Trail

15 mindrive
East Paris Nature Park Trail
13 mindrive
East Paris Nature Park Trail
13 mindrive
East Paris Nature Park Trail
13 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Quick drive

North Shore Park Dog Park

5 mindrive· 17 min bike
North Shore Park Dog Park
5 mindrive
Cascade Hospital for Animals Dog Park
12 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

O. B. Thomas Plat Area Trail

7 minbike· 20 min walk
O. B. Thomas Plat Area Trail
7 minbike
Caledonia Township Trail
7 minbike
Caledonia Township Trail
8 minbike

+1 more

Boat Launches
Quick drive

Campbell Lake Launch

7 mindrive
Campau Lake Launch
12 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Broadmoor Country Club

7 mindrive
Briarwood Golf Club
12 mindrive
Saskatoon Golf Club
5 mindrive
📚Libraries
Short drive

Caledonia Township Branch Library

5 mindrive· 17 min bike
👶Daycares
Bikeable

Milestones Child Development Center

8 minbike· 25 min walk· 3 min drive
Adventures Learning Center
11 minbike
Kids R Angels Childcare Center
12 minbike
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema South

15 mindrive

Condos(114)

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026