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.
Pinckney Recreation Area
"Ann Arbor visitors often come for a quick nature escape, paddling, and camping close to the city. The park is a popular weekend destination for students, families, and outdoor enthusiasts."
A scenic south-central Michigan park with lakes, hills, camping, hiking, and year-round outdoor recreation.
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.
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.
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.
Holly Recreation Area
"Ann Arbor visitors come for lake recreation, camping, and mountain biking in a large natural area. The park is a good option for a weekend outdoors away from the city."
A sprawling state recreation area with lakes, forests, camping, and four-season outdoor activities.
Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area
"Ann Arbor travelers may visit for a scenic camping trip or a quiet outdoor weekend. The park’s lake and wooded landscape make it a pleasant change of pace from the university town."
A wooded Oakland County recreation area with camping, fishing, paddling, and a quiet inland lake.
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.