     
|
|
|
|
|
|
Gallop Park is a 69-acre park that is located along the Huron River and Geddes Pond. As the most popular park in the area, visitors flock to the playgrounds, canoe livery, picnic areas and trails that are found in the park. Biking, rollerblading, walking and jogging are popular activities at this park.
Address: 3000 Fuller Rd Ann Arbor MI USA
 1 734 662-9319
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Veterans Memorial Park
Established in 1988, the Veterans Memorial Park of Warren pays tribute to all veterans who served in the United States Armed Services.
Address: . Warren MI USA
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Belle Isle Park
The design of Belle Isle Park was inspired by the 19th century trend in Paris, France to create "metropolitan' parks, reflecting the nature of the city. the park was designed in response to public demands for a park of that style. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Anna Whitcomb Conservatory
The conservatory boasts an impressive collection of exotic flowers, a water garden, the Heritage Rose garden, Perennial garden, and much more to see.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
The Waterloo Recreation Area is the largest state parks in Michigan's Lower Peninsula, spanning over 20,000 acres. The park offers 12 miles of interpretive nature trails and 47 miles of hiking trails, as well as a swimming beach, boat launches and picnic sites.
Address: 17030 Bush Rd Chelsea MI USA 48118
1 734 473-8307
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Pontiac Lake Recreation Area
Pontiac Lake Recreation Area boasts a rich habitat, which is a mixture of marshes, ponds, heavy forests, old farm fields, river bottom and lakes. This area supports a wide variety of animals, which make it a popular hunting area. There are trails throughout the recreation area for horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking.
Address: 7800 Gale Road Waterford MI USA
1 248 666-1020
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Kearsley Park hosts a variety of events, including flea markets and concerts. The park's pavilions can be booked for special events, and power hook-ups are available for an additional charge.
Address: 120 E. Fifth Street Flint MI USA
1 810 766-7463 Extn: 3058
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Located north of Oakland County between Pontiac and Flint, Holly Recreation Area is less than an hour drive from Detroit's metropolitan area. This park consists mainly of rolling woodlands and open fields providing many opportunities for outdoor activities such as hunting, hiking, fishing and swimming.
Address: 8100 Grange Hall Road Holly MI USA
1 248 634-8811
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
The intent of the zoo is to demonstrate leadership in wildlife conservation. Also, to provide education for people. The detroit zoo posses the world's largest amphibians. Events run through out the year.
Address: 8450 Ten Mile Road Royal Oak MI USA 48068
1 248 398-0900
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Metamora-Hadley Recreation Center
Located in Capeer County, Metamora-Hadley Recreation Center offers 214 campsites along Lake Minnewanna. The campground offers restroom facilities, hot showers, and flush toilets. Each site has electricity, firepits and picnic tables.
Address: 3871 Herd Road Metamora MI USA
1 810 797-4439
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Covering 4,000 acres (1619 ha) of park in Livingston County, Island Lake Recreation Area offers a range of recreational activities, from fishing and hunting to swimming and canoeing. Seven picnic shelters are available for rent.
Address: 12950 E. Grand River Ave. Brighton MI USA 48116
1 810 229-7067
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Foxfire Farm Botanical Gardens is situated on roughly 10 acres (4 ha) of wooded and landscaped countryside just outside of Algonac. Walk through the herb garden, the butterfly garden, spring bulb displays, a bee garden and more.
Address: 8945 Marsh Rd. Algonac MI USA
1 810 794-5108
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Holly Recreation Area
Located within the northern portion of Oakland County between Pontiac and Flint, Holly Recreation Area is nearly 8,000 acres of woodlands and open fields providing opportunities for a variety of outdoor activities. This park is less than an hour drive from Detroit metropolitan area.
Address: 8100 Grange Hall Road Holly MI USA
1 248 634-8811
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Situated just northwest of Ann Arbor, this park features an 18-hole golf course, picnic areas, a softball diamond, nature trails and more. Canoe rentals are offered, and parking areas near the Huron River are available for canoe launching.
Address: 8801 N. Territorial Road Dexter MI USA 48130
1 734 426-8211
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Proud Lake Recreation Area is located on Huron River in Oakland County and supports a number of recreational activities such as hunting, fishing, camping, boating and swimming.
Address: 3500 Wixom Road Commerce Township MI USA
1 248 685-2433
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Relax on the beach, shoot a round of golf or go boating at Genesee Recreation Area, just northeast of Flint, Michigan. The area's boat launch is open 24 hours a day, year-round.
Address: 5045 Stanley Road Flint MI USA 48506
1 810 736-7100
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Containing almost 1,000 acres of mature forest, a variety of wildlife and wildflowers, Maybury State Park provides opportuinities for outdoor activities, especially for people located in the metropolitan areas.
Address: 20145 Beck Road Northville MI USA
1 248 349-8390
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Matthaei Botanical Gardens is situated on a lush 350-acre oasis of diverse plant life. Outdoor nature trails wind through various habitats native to Michigan while the indoor Conservatory fascinates visitors of all ages with a rare glimpse of plants from around the world. The Gardens sponsors classes, lectures, and special events, making it an educational resource of great beauty. Admission to the conservatory is $3 for adults and $1 for students.
Address: 1800 N. Dixboro Rd Ann Arbor MI USA 48105-9406
 Send an Email (4) 1 734 998-7061
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Throughout the year, this park welcomes campers, hikers, boaters, anglers, hunters, cross-country skiers and others. Lake Minnewanna is located in the center of the park. This campground offers restroom facilities, hot showers and flush toilets.
Address: 3871 Herd Road Metamora MI USA
1 810 797-4439
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Located on Lake Erie, Sterling State Park offers many recreational opportunities such as swimming, boating, fishing, lakefront camping and wildlife viewing. Picnic areas are available.
Address: 2800 State Park Road Monroe MI USA
1 734 289-2715
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Algonac State Park is situated northeast of Detroit in southeastern Michigan. The park features a half-mile of St. Clair River frontage and opportunities for hunting, fishing, picnicking and hiking.
Address: 8732 River Road Marine City MI USA 48039
1 810 765-5605
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
This area features a rich habitat with a mixture of marshes, ponds, heavy forests, old farm fields, river bottom and lakes supporting a wide variety of animals. The abundance of animals makes the area a popular hunting area. There are also designated trails for horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking.
Address: 7800 Gale Road Waterford MI USA
1 248 666-1020
|
| |
|
| 
