Sparta, MI

Just 19 miles north of Grand Rapids, Sparta is a village in the township of Sparta. This small community is proud of its roots in agriculture and continues the tradition of farming today. Sparta is surrounded by calm fields and orchards with farmers markets and fruits stands galore. Sparta residents highly value living an active, healthy lifestyle and outdoor recreation is very popular. There are eight parks and over 103 acres for trails for the community to enjoy. Take a relaxing stroll along relaxing pathway or catch an outdoor movie at Roger Williams Park. The Howard Christensen Nature Center is just a few minutes north of town offering a retreat center, campgrounds and community events for Spartans. Picking cherries and apples at nearby farms like at Klein’s Sweet Cherries or Klenk Orchards is also very popular in the area.

Typically, the village is relaxed and quiet but the area gets busier during the summer months when the biggest events of the year are held. Sparta Town and Country Days is a five-day event featuring carnival rides, live music, fireworks, and more. Indulge in apple concoctions of every kind, cider competitions, and Johnny Appleseed games at the Michigan Apple Fest, Sparta’s huge celebration of one of its most popular crops. Sparta is packed with small-town charm but also offers quick access to Grand Rapids, which is only 22 minutes away.