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V I S I T Y O U R M E T R O P A R K SDelhi • Dexter-Huron • Hudson MillsHuron Meadows • Indian Springs • KensingtonLake Erie • Lake St.Clair • Lower HuronOakwoods • Stony Creek • Willow • Wolcott Mill
A C C E S S I B I L I T YFor special accessibility needs, please contact the park or facility at least 72 hours in advance of your visit.
M E T R O PA R K S S A F E T Y• Please report any accident or unsafe
condition to a park employee.
• Personal protective equipment is recommended (life jacket, helmet, etc.)
• Dispose of hot coals in bins marked “Hot Coals” only. If not available, contact a park employee.
• Read and adhere to trail rules and regulations.
D O N A T I O N SThe Huron-Clinton Metroparks Foundation accepts � nancial gifts that enhance the Metroparks. For more information, call 800-47-PARKS.
P R O T E C T A N D P R E S E R V EY O U R M E T R O P A R K SThe Huron-Clinton Metroparks are committed to environmental stewardship through planning, management, and redevelopment of facilities.
V O L U N T E E R O P P O R T U N I T I E SYou can make a di� erence at your Metroparks! Join the Metroparks Volunteer team by calling our volunteer services supervisor at 810-494-6020.
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LAKE ERIEMETROPARK
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13000 High Ridge Drive, Brighton, MI 48114-9058
Phone or TTY: 810-227-2757 or 1-800-47-PARKS | www.metroparks.com
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23200 South Huron Road, New Boston, MI 48164(Administered through Lower Huron Metropark)
734-697-9181
22900 Huron River Drive, New Boston, MI 48164734-753-4040
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32911 Willow Road, New Boston, MI 48164(Administered through Lower Huron Metropark)
734-697-9181
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40151 East Huron River DriveBelleville, MI 48111
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BOAR D O F COMM ISSI O NER S Timothy J. McCarthy Robert Marans Governor Appointee Washtenaw County
Jaye Quadrozzi Bernard Parker Oakland County Wayne County
Steven E. Williams Kurt L. Heise Livingston County Governor Appointee
John Paul ReaMacomb County
E XECU T I V E D IR EC TO RGeorge Phifer
www.metroparks.com
LOWER HURON,WILLOW, ANDOAKWOODS
AC TIVITIES
OAK WOODS NATUR E CE NTE R
C A M P I N G · L O W E R H U R O NFamily rustic camping is available the � rst weekend in May through mid-October at Lower Huron Metropark’s 27-site Walnut Grove Campground. Tents, campers, and motor homes are allowed. Water and electricity are not available at the campsites. Modern restrooms are located at Walnut Grove. Shower facilities are available 8 a.m. - 10 a.m., Memorial Day through Labor Day, at Turtle Cove Family Aquatic Center. An RV dump station is available. A permit is required to camp.
C A N O E I N G A N D K A Y A K I N GBring a canoe or kayak to paddle the river; an overnight camp is available at Lower Huron, permit required.
C O N C E S S I O N SFood and beverages are sold at The Grille in Lower Huron’s Turtle Cove (no outside food/beverages permitted in Turtle Cove) and the food bar at Willow pool. Packaged snacks are sold at Washago Pond. Availability will vary depending on the season.
Food and beverages, including beer, wine, and liquor are sold at Willow’s Golf Starter Building. No outside alcoholic beverages or coolers allowed.
D I S C G O L F · W I L L O WA 24-hole disc golf course is located in Acorn Knoll picnic area. An annual bag tag, which gives unlimited play at all Metropark courses, or a daily wristband, is required to play.
E Q U E S T R I A N T R A I L SO A K W O O D SIndividuals with their own horses may use the four equestrian trails. The staging area is located near the railroad crossing. A release waiver and bridle tag are required in advance. To obtain a waiver and bridle tag, please contact the Nature Center.
F I S H I N GFish along the river shoreline at any of the parks, or at Washago Pond in Willow Metropark. A Michigan Fishing license is required.
G O L FR E G U L A T I O N · W I L L O W7 3 4 -7 5 3 - 4 0 4 0This 6,394 yard, 18-hole, par-71 course and driving range o� ers power carts, pull carts, and clubs for rent. Senior (55+) and junior (20 and younger) rates are available. Some restrictions apply.
G R O U P C A M P • L O W E R H U R O NA group camp has overnight and day camping year-round for organized youth groups. Registration and permit required.
H I K E - B I K E T R A I LA 15 mile paved hike-bike trail connects Lower Huron, Willow and Oakwoods Metroparks for a 30 mile round trip. The path continues through Flat Rock to Lake Erie Metropark for an extended ride. Pets on a six foot leash are permitted.
N A T U R E / R U S T I C T R A I L SSelf-guided trails traverse woodlands at Lower Huron and Oakwoods Metroparks.
P E T SDogs and other pets are permitted in the parks only when kept on a six foot (or less) leash. Pets are not permitted in the nature areas, buildings, on the equestrian trails, cross-country ski trails, or golf course.
P I C N I C STables, grills, and shelters are located throughout Lower Huron and Willow. Tables and grills are available at Oakwood’s Cedar Knoll picnic area. Please register with the Park O� ce if you have a group of 50 people or more. Shelters can be reserved for a fee.
P L A Y G R O U N D SAt Lower Huron, playgrounds are located at the Woods Creek and Ellwoods picnic areas. At Willow, there is a large playground, near the pool, and another near Washago Pond. Swings and slides can be found throughout picnic areas at Lower Huron and Willow.
R E N T A L C E N T E R · W I L L O WThe Rental Center at Washago Pond rents single and tandem bicycles, paddleboats, and rowboats. Deposit required.
S W I M M I N G P O O L · W I L L O WEnjoy the swimming pool, the wide family slide, water basketball, or the shallow area. Pool is open 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. weekdays and 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. weekends and holidays, Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day. Hours may be reduced from mid-August through Labor Day.
T U R T L E C O V E F A M I LY A Q U A T I C C E N T E R · L O W E R H U R O NTurtle Cove Family Aquatic Center features waterslides, a lazy river, a water playscape/dumping bucket, and a pool. The center is open daily 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., weekends and holidays 11 a.m. – 8 p.m., Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
W I N T E R S P O R T SCROSS- COU TNRY SK I INGSki marked, classical groomed trails over mostly � at terrain at Willow and Oakwoods Metroparks, conditions permitting. Cross-country skiing is also allowed throughout Lower Huron Metroparks with the exception of the golf course and the group camp area. Trails at Lower Huron are not marked or groomed.
ICE FISHINGAt Willow Metropark, ice � shing is permitted on Washago Pond. A Michigan Fishing license is required.
ICE SK ATINGAt Lower Huron, the Foxwoods Picnic Area o� ers two natural ice skating rinks on ponds. Heated restrooms are nearby and are open until 9 p.m.
SLEDDING HILL SA sledding hill is located near the Washago Pond Picnic Area and is lighted at night until 9 p.m. Sledding at the Chestnut Picnic Area is open 10 a.m. to dusk.
NATURE CENTER HOURS • 734-782-3952School Days: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.Weekends and Summer: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
N A T U R E T R A I L SThe nature trails at Oakwoods Metropark are comprised of 400 acres featuring an ancient sandbar, a paddle trail for canoeists, six nature trails, and a butter� y viewing trail.
B I G T R E E
B U T T E R F LY V I E W I N G T R A I L
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S P L I T L O GThis hard surface, barrier free, all-weather trail gives an easy route to travel.
W A L K - I N - W A T E RThis is a paddle trail for canoeists. Launch your canoe o� the service drive.
P L E A S E R E M E M B E R• All collecting is prohibited. • Walk slowly and quietly and remain
on trails. • Running, jogging, bicycles, pets, motorized
vehicles, and horses are not permitted on the nature trails.
• Picnicking is not allowed within the nature trails area.
• Please leave all radios, toys, and sportsequipment in your car.
• Follow all park rules and regulations.
S P E C I A L E V E N T SThe Interpreters invite you to participate in nature walks, special events, and programs. These are o� ered periodically throughout the year. Schools, scouts, and community groups events can be arranged.
G R O U P A P P O I N T M E N T SGroup appointments for nature programs and � eld trips are available.
Grab your favorite outdoor gear to enjoy Lower Huron, Willow, and Oakwoods Metroparks, three beautiful parks meandering along the Huron River, connected by a paved hike-bike trail. Conveniently located near the I-275 corridor south of I-94 in Wayne County, these parks o� er year-round activities, including hiking, biking, swimming, disc golf, � shing, sledding, ice skating, and more. The Park O� ce for all three parks is located at Lower Huron Metropark.