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SPORTS & RECREATION \/ PARKS & NATURE
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Major Municipal Park Systems<\/strong>

City of Ann Arbor
<\/strong>Parks & Recreation
734-994-2780
https:\/\/www.a2gov.org\/Pages\/default.aspx<\/a>
Facilities for skating, swimming, golfing, canoeing, kayaking, tennis, sledding, and every imaginable sport are encompassed within nearly 150 city parks.

City of Detroit
<\/strong>Huron-Clinton Metroparks
810-227-2757
https:\/\/www.metroparks.com\/<\/a>
Beaches, harbors, nature centers, fishing, picnic sites, and bike trails are just a few of the highlights within the Metropark System. Most Metroparks are open year-round, offering winter activities that range from skiing to ice fishing.

City of Flint
<\/strong>Parks & Recreation
810-766-7463
https:\/\/www.cityofflint.com\/planning-and-development-2\/parks-and-recreation\/<\/a>
Playgrounds, community parks, neighborhood parks, community centers, and golf courses are all encompassed within the city’s park and leisure services system.

City of Livonia
<\/strong>Parks & Recreation
734- 466-2410
https:\/\/livonia.gov\/<\/a>
More than 46 developed and 17 undeveloped sites combine with golf courses, ice arenas, playgrounds, swimming pools, archery range, sports fields, fitness trails, inline skating courts, nature trails, tennis courts, and a recreation center.


County Park Systems<\/strong>

Residents of southeastern Michigan also enjoy the rich resources and abundant facilities provided by park and recreation departments within its counties. Many offer camping facilities or access to local inland lakes and remain open year-round. Facilities are available for many popular outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, sledding, and cross-country skiing. For more information on resources near your home or across the region, contact:

PARKS & RECREATION CONTACTS<\/strong>

Genesee County
<\/strong>800-648-PARK
http:\/\/geneseecountyparks.org\/<\/a>

Macomb County
<\/strong>586-979-7001
https:\/\/living.macombgov.org\/living-movemore-parkstrails<\/a>

Monroe County
<\/strong>734-240-7250
https:\/\/www.co.monroe.mi.us\/<\/a>

Oakland County
<\/strong>888-OC-PARKS
https:\/\/www.oakgov.com\/<\/a>

St. Clair County
<\/strong>810-989-6960
www.stclaircounty.org\/offices\/parks<\/a>

Washtenaw County
<\/strong>734-971-6337
https:\/\/www.washtenaw.org\/\/<\/a>

Wayne County
<\/strong>734-261-1990
https:\/\/www.waynecounty.com\/departments\/publicservices\/parks-recreation.aspx<\/a>


Michigan State Parks<\/strong>

A state motor vehicle permit, available at each park entrance gate or office, is required for admittance into all state parks. Senior citizen discounts are available. Park and camping reservations may be made by mail, by telephone, or in person at most park offices. For information on fees and reservations or answers to specific questions, contact:

Michigan Department of Natural Resources
<\/strong>Parks and Recreation Division
Lansing
517-373-9900
https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/dnr<\/a>

Southeast Operations Service Center<\/strong>
38980 Seven Mile Road
Livonia
734-953-0241
https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/dnr<\/a>

Camping Reservations
<\/strong>800-44-PARKS
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>

Hiking Trails\/Pathways
<\/strong>517-373-9900
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>

Snowmobile Trails
<\/strong>517-373-9900
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>


<\/strong>Southeast Michigan State Parks<\/strong>

Algonac State Park
<\/strong>8737 N. River Road
Marine City 810-765-5605
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Half-mile of St. Clair River frontage on 1,500 acres with nearly 300 campsites for a variety of outdoor activities.

Bald Mountain Recreational Area
<\/strong>1330 E. Greenshield Road
Lake Orion 248-693-6767
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Hunting grounds, modern shooting range, cabins, picnic areas, and a waterfront area with boat launch and swimming.

Bay City State Recreation Area
<\/strong>3582 State Park Drive
Bay City 989-684-3020
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Saginaw Bay overlook, miles of trails, visitor center interpreting 1,900-acre Tobico Marsh, and all-season campground.

Brighton Recreation Area
<\/strong>6360 Chilson, Route 3
Howell 810-229-6566
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Comprehensive equestrian facilities with rental horses, campground, staging area and 18 miles of bridle trails.

Dodge #4 State Park
<\/strong>4250 Parkway Drive
Waterford 248-682-7323
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Playgrounds, fishing grounds, and abundant open space for sports and recreation as well as snowmobiling.

Hayes State Park
<\/strong>1220 Wampler’s Lake Road
Onsted 517-467-7401
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Irish Hills area park bordered by a group of inland lakes frequented by anglers and boaters near Michigan International Speedway.

Highland Recreational Area
<\/strong>5200 E. Highland Road
White Lake 248-889-3750
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Rustic camp sites, cabins, picnic areas, playgrounds, hiking trails, cross-country ski trails, horseback riding trails, boat launch, and beach house.

Holly Recreation Area
<\/strong>8100 Grange Hall Road
Holly 248-634-8811
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Rolling hills and scenic lake overlooks for a variety of outdoor adventures including Mt. Holly ski hill.

Island Lake Recreation Area
<\/strong>12950 E. Grand River
Brighton 810-229-7067
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Rustic camp sites, cabins, picnic areas, playgrounds, hiking trails, and areas for hunting, fishing and snowmobiling.

Lake Hudson Recreation Area
<\/strong>1220 Wampler’s Lake Road
Onsted 517-445-2265
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Outstanding muskie fishing and game hunting on nearly 2,700 acres including beach area for swimming.

Lakeport State Park
<\/strong>7605 Lakeshore Road
Lakeport 810-327-6224
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>One-mile beach along Lake Huron shoreline with modern campground on 565 acres.

Maybury State Park
<\/strong>20145 Beck Road
Northville 248-349-8390
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Working farm attraction on 1,000 acres of gently rolling terrain, open meadow, mature forest with a variety of wildlife and abundant wildflowers.

Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area
<\/strong>3871 Hurd Road
Metamora 810-797-4439
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Rolling hills, quiet inland lake and hundreds of acres of woods for hiking, swimming, boating and fishing.

Ortonville Recreation Area
<\/strong>5779 Hadley Road
Ortonville 248-627-3828
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Opportunities for swimming, hiking, hunting, fishing, horseback riding, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, picnicking and rustic camping.

Pinckney Recreation Area
<\/strong>8555 Silver Hill
Pinckney 734-426-4913
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Extensive trail system and chain of fishing lakes in vast 11,000-acre park for hiking, biking, backpacking and fishing.

Pontiac Lake Recreational Area
<\/strong>7800 Gale Road
Waterford 248-666-1020
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Boat launch, swimming areas, campsites, rental teepees, picnic areas, playgrounds, hiking trails, and open space for hunting and snowmobiling.

Port Crescent State Park
<\/strong>1775 Port Austin Road
Port Austin 989-738-8663
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Three miles of shoreline on Saginaw Bay with modern campsites, 900-foot boardwalk, and five picnic decks.

Proud Lake Recreation Area
<\/strong>3500 Wixom Road
Milford 248-685-2433
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Camping options, multi-purpose trails, picnic areas, playgrounds, boat launch, swimming, hunting and fishing areas, and open space for snowmobiling.

Seven Lakes State Park
<\/strong>2220 Tinsman Road
Fenton 248-634-7271
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Rolling hills, beautiful lakes, sandy swimming beach and modern campground with private beach.

Sleeper State Park
<\/strong>6573 State Park Road
Caseville 989-856-4411
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Nearly 725 acres of forest, wetlands, and sandy beach and dunes on the Saginaw Bay of Lake Huron.

Sterling State Park
<\/strong>2400 State Park Road
Monroe 734-289-2715
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Sandy beaches of Lake Erie for swimming, fishing, and camping with modern sites, picnic areas, and playgrounds.

Waterloo Recreation Area
<\/strong>16345 McClure Road
Chelsea 734-475-8307
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Vast 20,000-acre park with nearly a dozen lakes, miles of hiking trails, rustic cabins, equestrian trails, and Gerald E. Eddy Geology Center.

Wetzel State Park
<\/strong>28681 Old North River
Harrison Township 810-765-5605
https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/ParksandTrails\/<\/a>
Undeveloped park with scenic areas for activities like hiking, hunting, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.




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