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Desiree Stanfield, Supervisor – Marketing & Communications
248-705-4108; stanfieldd@oakgov.com
This year, the 13 Oakland County Parks have made necessary operational changes that ensure safe access to recreational opportunities. Whether it's a walk on a trail or a virtual recreation activity, Oakland County Parks' recreation professionals continue to innovate and offer activities for people of all ages and abilities.
The Summer 2020 issue of the OAKNotes Newsletter is now available. Look inside this issue for information about camping at Addison Oaks and Groveland Oaks Campgrounds, the TrailBlazer Hiking Series and fall opening of the Holly Oaks ORV Park.
Independence Oaks County Park will open its beach June 11. A second beach operated by the parks system, located within Groveland Oaks County Park, opens June 25 when that park and campground opens for the season. Both beaches are non-lifeguarded.
The Oakland County Fair Board voted to cancel the traditional 2020 Oakland County Fair, July 10-19, 2020. The 2021 Fair dates will be July 9-18, 2021.
Learn more about which park facilities are open.
Red Oaks Waterpark in Madison Heights and Waterford Oaks Waterpark in Waterford will remain closed for the 2020 season. Social distancing cannot be achieved by swimmers in a wave pool or other water attractions. OCPR made this decision with input from the Oakland County Health Division.
For personal comfort during your visit to an Oakland County Park, we are providing a list of restroom locations that
are available during the COVID-19 situation since some of our facilities are closed, or not yet open for the season. The portable
restrooms are being maintained by a contracted service. If you find an issue, please call our front desk at 248-858-0906 so we can
call our contractors to address any cleaning issues.