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Elmwood Central Park

Located at 1499 Chene sits Elmwood Central Park,  a large green space that features a playground and walking area whose pathways cross between residential apartments. Since the layout of the park encompasses living spaces, there are 4 ways to enter the park: St. Aubin Street, Pembridge Place, and Antietam Avenue with the main entrance showcasing the sign located on E. Lafayette. 

Taking a stroll on the walking course, you will be greeted by park wildlife like the territorial black squirrels and Canadian geese that graze nearby. Watching out for geese droppings is a must and your downward gaze will call attention to the cracking concrete located on some parts of the walking path. 

The landscape provides a scenic view of the apartment buildings and large shade trees shade over the park benches. Along the walking path, two squared blocked concrete designs seem a bit out of place as a display, but make for a good resting area. There are a series of other parks in this area that are all accessible by foot, which makes this a great area for jogging or long walks.

The Parks Report is a series that focuses on a new Detroit park each week. Follow Zaire’s journey on Instagram @planetdetroitnews for more!

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Zaïré Talon Daniels is a Detroit-based freelance writer and photographer. Previously, he reported for The Devil Strip, a cooperative newsroom based in Akron, Ohio. He received his bachelor of arts in Multidisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Anthropology, Photography, and Art History. He is passionate about exploring sustainable lifestyle, Brazilian Jujitsu, and arts and culture from around the world.Follow him on Instagram @theartofzaire