Recreation

PARKS & RECREATION

OAKLAND TOWNSHIP

Parks & Recreation

Programs

Oakland Township Parks and Recreation offers a wide range of programs designed to engage, inspire, and challenge individuals of all ages, including:

Nature Programs
Fitness and Wellness Programs
Arts and Enrichment Programs
Athletic Programs
Summer Camp Programs

For details about our current programs, please check out our latest Newsletter.

To register for any of our programs, visit our Registration Page.

Special Events

Throughout the year, we host a variety of special events to bring our community together. Our signature events include:

Music in the Meadows: A celebration of live music in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Goodison Good Tyme: A festive event bringing together families and neighbors for fun, food, and entertainment.

For more information about these and other events, visit our Events page.

Trail Guide

Explore more than 20 miles of scenic trails throughout Oakland Township with our Trail Guide. The guide includes detailed maps of each Oakland Township park, along with numbered trail markers that correspond to the trail signs found throughout the parks, making it easy to navigate and explore with confidence. View the Trail Guide PDF online or pick up a free printed copy at the Oakland Township Parks & Recreation Office (4480 Orion Road, Rochester, MI 48306) or Oakland Township Town Hall (4393 Collins Road, Rochester, MI 48306). Whether you’re visiting a favorite trail or discovering a new one, the Trail Guide is a great resource for planning your next outdoor adventure!

Sled Hill at Lost Lake Nature Park

Enjoy winter fun at the Sled Hill at Lost Lake Nature Park! This sled hill offers an excellent spot for outdoor recreation during the snowy months. Gather your family and friends, grab your sleds, and make some memories on the slopes! Warming shelter available during scheduled hours. For more information, check out the Lost Lake Nature Park page.

Ice Skating Rink at Bear Creek Nature Park

Our seasonal Ice-Skating Rink at Bear Creek Nature Park is open to visitors of all ages. Whether you’re looking for a fun family outing or a chance to practice your skating skills, we’ve got you covered. The rink is open based on ice conditions, and we offer skate loans and free skating lessons. Be sure to check out our Winter Newsletter for times and details about skate rentals and lessons.

Rentals

Disc Golf Rentals

Disc golf is a fun and accessible outdoor activity that people of all ages can enjoy. Residents of Oakland Township can borrow our portable disc golf baskets and discs for free! A fully refundable deposit of $100 is required.

Setting up your own disc golf course is easy and can be done in just 5-10 minutes using the Mach Lite disc golf baskets, which are lightweight and come with their own carrying case. Each set includes up to four baskets and four sets of discs, so you can create your mini course at any Oakland Township Park or even in your own backyard!

For more details or to reserve your equipment, call the Oakland Township Parks and Recreation office at 248-651-7810.

Marsh View Park Recreation Facilities

Marsh View Park offers a wide variety of recreational facilities, including:

An ADA accessible, Olympic distance archery range
Basketball courts
Athletic fields
Scenic overlook areas
Trails for walking, running, or cycling
A picnic area perfect for family gatherings or relaxing afternoons

In 2011, we launched our first year of archery programming at this park, and in 2012, our active recreation fields became available for use. A picnic pavilion was added in 2021, offering a beautiful view of the athletic fields and archery range.