Oakland County Parks maintains two beaches for water fun in the summer:

Groveland Oaks County Park & Campground

Groveland Oaks County Park & Campground is home to a sandy beach along Stewart Lake. Pedalboats, kayaks and paddleboards are available for rent. The beach does not have lifeguards on duty.

Beach Update

Bacteria levels have returned to normal and Stewart Lake Beach is now open. Sampling results can be found on the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) BeachGuard website. For additional information, please contact the Oakland County Environmental Health Department at 248-858-1280 or health@oakgov.com.   

Independence Oaks County Park

Independence Oaks County Park maintains a large beach area with a sandy area perfect for building sandcastles or relaxing along the shoreline. Picnic areas and pavilions are nearby. The beach does not have lifeguards on duty.