
Nearly twenty years ago, the Hillsdale Rotary Club completed the Baw Beese Trail in our community. We’re excited to share that this summer, in partnership with the City of Hillsdale, more than two miles of the trail have been resurfaced and repaired.
A heartfelt thank you to the City and to the many generous individuals who donated to our maintenance fund at the Hillsdale County Community Foundation — helping keep both the trail and Rotary Park Sandy Beach in great shape for everyone.
Good things continue to happen in our community, and the Rotary Club is proud to help bring even more exciting recreational opportunities later this year.
The Hillsdale Rotary Club, in partnership with the City of Hillsdale, has taken steps to begin developing a beautiful new park near downtown Hillsdale.
Rotary Fitness Park will be filled with fitness opportunities for all ages, whether you're out for a casual stroll or an intense workout.
The new Rotary Fitness Park is located in the grassy field at the corner of E. Bacon Street and
E. Carleton Street, and along the scenic St. Joseph River.
Our Club plans to break ground in 2026 and the four phases of the project will be completed as funding becomes available.
Through projects like the new Rotary Fitness Park, we’re not just installing equipment — we’re investing in a culture of wellness, accessibility, and community connection.
These improvements don’t happen overnight, and they don’t happen alone. They're the result of countless volunteer hours, and generous local support. Rotary is about service above self, and here in Hillsdale, that spirit is alive and well.

Excavation and Sidewalks, Pickleball Courts, Youth Soccer Field, Pavilion

Fit-Core Extreme Fitness Equipment for adults and kids, Bike Station

Health Beat Equipment, Playground, Parking Lot, Pathways, Lighting

Phase 1 of Rotary Fitness Park will be the most expensive phase of the project at approximately $350,000.
Thanks to our generous supporters, we've raised a significant amount and secured $100,000 in matching grants. This means every dollar you donate will be doubled, maximizing your impact.
Will you join us in making this a reality? Every gift, no matter the size, makes a real difference! Your donation will help us complete this project, and donors at select levels will be proudly recognized on a permanent sign or plaque upon completion.
Donor recognition levels over the course of the project:
Tax-deductible donations are handled by the Hillsdale County Community Foundation, an important organization serving our community for over 30 years!
The Hillsdale Rotary Club is a part of Rotary International, in District 6360.
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