Waterloo Recreation Area
"Ann Arbor visitors often come for a quick escape to lakes, trails, and camping without driving far. It is a popular day-trip destination for paddling, hiking, and family outings."
A vast southeast Michigan recreation area known for lakes, forests, camping, and year-round outdoor recreation.
Island Lake Recreation Area
"Ann Arbor visitors come for a quick escape to beaches, paddling, and biking without a long drive. The park is an easy outdoor add-on to a weekend in the city."
A popular southeast Michigan recreation area with lakes, river access, beaches, and extensive trails.
Brighton Recreation Area
"Ann Arbor residents visit for a nearby escape with lakes, trails, and outdoor recreation. It is a popular choice for weekend paddling, biking, and picnics."
A scenic southeast Michigan recreation area with lakes, hills, and four-season outdoor activities.
Hayes State Park
"Visitors from Ann Arbor often come for a quick lake getaway, swimming, and camping without a long drive. It is a convenient day-trip destination for families and boaters."
A lakeside state park on Wamplers Lake known for swimming, boating, fishing, and camping.
Proud Lake Recreation Area
"Ann Arbor residents visit for paddling, hiking, and a change of scenery from the university area. The park is close enough for a relaxed half-day or full-day outing."
A large Oakland County park known for boating, fishing, paddling, and scenic river and lake recreation.
William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor
"Ann Arbor visitors may use the park as part of a Detroit weekend trip. It offers a different experience from inland parks, with harbor views and easy access to the city center."
A compact Detroit riverfront park with a harbor, paved paths, fishing access, and skyline views.
Lake Hudson Recreation Area
"Ann Arbor residents visit for boating, birding, and a less crowded outdoor experience than larger metro parks. It is a convenient option for a full-day nature trip or weekend camping."
A peaceful southeastern Michigan recreation area known for boating, fishing, camping, and birdwatching around Lake Hudson.
Sterling State Park
"Ann Arbor visitors come for a change of scenery and a full day outdoors by the water. The park’s beach and birding opportunities make it a worthwhile regional trip."
A Lake Erie park with beaches, marshes, fishing, boating, and excellent birdwatching.
Pontiac Lake Recreation Area
"Ann Arbor residents may visit for a change of scenery and a lake-centered recreation area closer than many northern destinations. The park is appealing for camping, paddling, and day-use activities."
A 3,745-acre recreation area with a large lake, beaches, trails, and year-round outdoor activities.
Maumee Bay State Park
"Ann Arbor visitors may come for a nearby Great Lakes getaway with birding, beaches, and lodge amenities."
A Lake Erie park known for beaches, birding, wetlands, and year-round outdoor recreation.
Ortonville Recreation Area
"Ann Arbor visitors may choose Ortonville Recreation Area for a larger, less crowded park experience with water access and camping."
A scenic southeastern Michigan park with lakes, forests, camping, and year-round outdoor recreation.
Seven Lakes State Park
"Ann Arbor visitors may choose the park for a nearby lake destination with camping and swimming. It offers a larger natural setting than many local parks in the region."
A lake-filled Oakland County park known for swimming, boating, camping, and scenic natural beauty.