The City of Rockford, MI
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The city of Rockford is located in the state of Michigan in Kent County and has a population of 5,484 as reported by the census of 2010. The largest nearby city to Rockford is Grand Rapids, approximately 10 miles from the city center.There are several family restaurants in or near Rockford, including China 1, Mcdonald's Restaurants, Arnie's Bakery Restaurants, Hungry Howie's Pizza and Dam Dogs. For a larger selection of Rockford restaurants select our Restaurants tab above. Visitors and residents can enjoy nearby Rockford Golf Courses and/or Museums, including the Cedar Chase Golf Club, Grand Island Golf Ranch, Brae Side Golf Course At Cortland Hills, Boulder Creek Golf Club and North Kent Golf Course. For a more complete list of attractions in or around the city of Rockford please click on the Attractions tab above. The following airport is located in or near Rockford:
- Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl. Airport (GRR)
Rockford, Michigan Climate and Weather
Current Weather in Rockford
In the month of December, Rockford experiences an average high temperature of 34 degrees Fahrenheit. Low temperaturs in December are usually about 21 degrees with an average rainfall of 2.7 inches. The seasonal climate varies in Rockford with daytime temperatures averaging 78 degrees in the summer, and 32 degrees in the winter months. Visitors can also expect Rockford to receive an average of 2.09 inches of rainfall per/month during winter months and 3.87 inches of rainfall per/month in the summer months. The temperature has been known to get as high as 108 degrees in the summer and as low as -24 degrees in the winter so visitors planning a vacation to Rockford should check the weather forecast to determine proper attire prior to departure. Spring and Fall bring average daytime temperatures of 59 degrees, and nighttime lows of 39.
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Rockford, Michigan Attractions
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Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park - Grand Rapids, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is a 132-acre botanical garden and outdoor sculpture park located in Grand Rapids Township, Michigan in Kent County. Commonly referred to as Meijer Gardens, it has quickly become one of the most significant sculpture experiences in the Midwest and an emerging worldwide cultural destination. In May, 2009 it was named one of the top "30 Must-See Museums" in the world.
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Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum - Grand Rapids, The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum is part of the Presidential Libraries System of the National Archives and Records Administration, a federal agency. Unlike most other presidential libraries and museums, Ford's are two geographically separate buildings. The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Presidential Museum are located about 130 miles apart. The Presidential Library is located at 1000 Beal Avenue on the north campus of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, where Ford was a student and football player.
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Gleneagle Golf Club - Hudsonville, The Gleneagle Golf Club is an 18 hole public golf course in Ottawa County Michigan. Built in 1993, this Hudsonville course is open apr 1 to nov 1. For tee time information call the pro shop at 616-457-3680. The golf course dress code is as follows: Collared shirt, no other requirements.
Address: 6150 14th Ave, Hudsonville, MI 49426
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GlenKerry Golf Course - Greenville, The GlenKerry Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Montcalm County Michigan. Built in 1997, this Greenville course designed by Warner Bowen is open all year. Tee times are accepted up to 2 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 616-225-4653. The golf course dress code is as follows: No tank tops or cutoffs.
Address: 1413 E Kent, Greenville, MI 48838
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Gold Course at Brigadoon Golf Course - Grant, The Gold Course at Brigadoon Golf Course is a 27 hole public golf course in Newaygo County Michigan. Built in 1995, this Grant course designed by Grant McKinley is open apr 1 to nov 1. For tee time information call the pro shop at 231-834-8200. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 12559 Bagley Ave, Grant, MI 49327
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Golf Club at Thornapple Pointe, The - Grand Rapids, The Golf Club at Thornapple Pointe is an 18 hole public golf course in Kent County Michigan. Built in 1997, this Grand Rapids course designed by Bill Newcomb is open apr 1 to dec 1. Tee times are accepted up to 14 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 616-554-4747. The golf course dress code is as follows: Collared shirt, no cutoffs, denim OK.
Address: 4747 Champions Circle SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512
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Grand Island Golf Ranch - Belmont, The Grand Island Golf Ranch is an 18 hole public golf course in Kent County Michigan. Built in 1965, this Belmont course designed by Boyd is open mar 1 to oct 31. Tee times are accepted up to 7 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 616-363-1262. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 6266 W River Dr, Belmont, MI 49306
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Grand Rapids Art Museum - Grand Rapids, The Grand Rapids Art Museum is an art museum that is situated in Grand Rapids, Michigan with collections ranging from Renaissance to Modern Art and special collections on 19th and 20th century European and American art, including such modern art works as Richard Diebenkorn’s 1963 Ingleside. The museum has in its collection 5,000 works of art, including over 3,500 prints, drawings and photographs.
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Gun Ridge Golf Course - Hastings, The Gun Ridge Golf Course is a 9 hole public golf course in Barry County Michigan. Built in 1976, this Hastings course is open apr 1 to nov 1. Tee times are accepted up to 7 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 616-948-8366. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 4460 Gun Lake Rd, Hastings, MI 49058
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Holland Lake Golf Course - Sheridan, The Holland Lake Golf Course is a 9 hole public golf course in Montcalm County Michigan. Built in 1967, this Sheridan course designed by Warner Bowen is open apr 1 to nov 1. Tee times are accepted by calling the pro shop at 517-291-5757. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 1100 Holland Lake Rd, Sheridan, MI 48884
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Rockford, Michigan Hotels
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Grand Rapids-north358 River Ridge Dr
Walker, MI 49544
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Springhill Suites By Marriott Grand Rapids North450 N Center Dr Nw
Walker, MI 49544
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Rockford, Michigan Restaurants
This is a list of Rockford Family Restaurants with addresses and phone numbers, including Pizza Restaurants and Fine Dining Restaurants. Happy Dining!
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