Outdoor Play

The Best Thrill-Seekers Sledding Hill at Beverly Hills Park

4 min read
Places to Play, Outdoor Play, Sledding, Winter

The Sledding Hill at Beverly Hills Park offers one hill with two sides to enjoy, as well as stairs with railings & indoor restrooms.

Four Reasons You Will Love Dexter Cider Mill

3 min read
1 Featured, Cider Mill, Outdoor Play, Places to Play

Dexter Cider Mill offer fresh cider and donuts, made daily at their family owned mill. Dexter Cider Mill is the oldest continuously operating cider mill in the state of Michigan.

Westview Orchards Fantastic Fun Know Before You Go Ultimate Guide

4 min read
Outdoor Play, Cider Mill, Corn Mazes, Farms, Places to Play

If you are looking for a fall family adventure with all the bells and whistles, then you will love Westview Orchards in Washington Township. The site offers summer and fall family fun in addition to u-pick apples and a farm market and bakery. Westview Orchards Hours and Location Address: 65075 Van Dyke, Washington, MI 48095Hours: Open daily from 10 am until…

Blue Heron Bay Splash Park in Independence Lake County Park Photos

5 min read
1 Featured, Outdoor Play, Places to Play, Splash Pads

The Blue Heron Bay Splash Park is a hidden gem we found inside the Independence Lake County Park. The immersive zero-depth aquatic play area is more than 20,000 square feet. It was the largest Splashpad complex in North America when it was built in 2013. The Splash Pad was designed to promote play for a wide variety of ages and…

Why I Love Thelma Spencer Park in Rochester Hills – Spencer Beach: Photos {updated 6/2023}

5 min read
Beaches, Outdoor Play, Playgrounds

If you are looking for a great beach with a fun playground, then check out Thelma Spencer Park in Rochester Hills. This is one of our favorite beaches in Metro Detroit, offering 113 acres of fun. The Rochester Hills park offers swimming, sports, fishing, picnicking and more. Thelma Spencer Park in Rochester Hills This wonderful Rochester Hills park has a…

Palmer Park Detroit: Featuring a New Playground & Splash Pad

6 min read
Splash Pads, 1 Featured, Detroit, Outdoor Play, Places to Play, Playgrounds

Palmer Park Detroit, a 296 acre nature oasis, is home to a plethora of recreational opportunities including a new playground and splash pad.

Wave Pools Near Me: Here’s the New Reliable Need to Know Guide

1 Featured, Outdoor Play, Outdoor Pool, Places to Play

Summer is almost here and we can’t wait to visit the amazing wave pools in Oakland County. Wave Pools 2023 Opening Dates and Hours Red Oaks Waterpark and Waterford Oaks Wave Pool will open for the 2023 season with all attractions in full operation in mid-June. Waterford Oaks Wave Pool will open Saturday, June 10 while Red Oaks Waterpark is…

Riverside Park in Auburn Hills Visitor’s Guide and Photos

4 min read
Places to Play, Outdoor Play, Playgrounds, Splash Pads

Riverside Park in Auburn Hills offers a river path, playground, canoe launch, restrooms together with a picnic shelter.

Quirk Park in Van Buren: New Playground & Splash Pad

Places to Play, Outdoor Play, Playgrounds, Splash Pads

If you are looking for a fun all access playground, then check out Quirk Park in Van Buren. The park is also home to the largest splash pad in Wayne County. The Michigan Recreation & Park Association (mParks) awarded Van Buren Township’s Quirk Park Splash Pad & Playground their 2020 Park Design Award. Find more than 50 splash pads in…

Hidden Gem: Bay Court Park and Beach- FREE Admission

3 min read
Places to Play, Beaches, Outdoor Play, Playgrounds

Visitor’s Guide and Photo Gallery for Bay Court Park & Beach. A family-friendly park with a playground, beach, disc golf, and walking paths.

Belleville Lower Huron Metropark Playground

New Lower Huron Metropark Playground- Ultimate Thrilling Space Theme

4 min read
1 Featured, Huron/Clinton Metroparks, Outdoor Play, Places to Play, Playgrounds

The new Lower Huron Metropark playground is incredible and features a space themed play area for children of all abilities ages 2 through 12.

Amazing Winter Family Activity: Blue Line Farms in Livonia

2 min read
Farms, 1 Featured, Outdoor Play, Places to Play, Spring Break Day Trip Ideas

Family owned farm in Livonia offers tours throughout the year. Reserve a spot at Blue Line Farms to interact with goats, chicken & pigs.

Midland Canopy Walk at Whiting Forest

5 min read
Places to Play, Nature Center, Outdoor Play, Playgrounds, Spring Break Day Trip Ideas

The Whiting Forest is home to the country’s longest canopy walk. The ADA Accessible (and stroller friendly) pathway stretches over 1,400 linear feet and reaches a height of forty feet. Also hosts a playground, cafe, creek & trails, and 54 acres of forest.