featuring wooded trails, wetlands, a lake, boardwalk areas, and unique rock formations that make it…read morefeel like you're much farther away from the city. It's a perfect spot for a peaceful walk, nature photos, and a little outdoor adventure without leaving Metro Detroit.

Nice walking trails - I think it's about 1.3 miles around the trail one time. Little benches to sit…read moreon and reflect on the world's problems or to just be in nature. Lake is pretty and calming. I saw a couple deer and some little furry friends while on my walk. Not sure if you should stay on the trails but some others who were walking were not......

No bathrooms here but enough parking…read more We came in search of fall leaves and some trees turned yellow but not many red. It was still very beautiful and lovely weather! There are diff paths to take so you can decide how uphill or downhill you want to walk. I still have not seen any birds here! I don't get the name....

I was exploring dog friendly trails in the A2 area and came across Bird Hill! This is a fun hiking…read moretrail with helpful postings throughout to guide you through the area . It's truly a beautiful area and I loved the benches scattered throughout the trail.

This County Park is a hidden gem! Well maintained, great trails and play structures, lovely beach…read more A great outdoor experience including easy access to the Blue Heron water park and Independence Lake boat/canoe launch. A true GEM!

Check the county website or facebook page before you go!! Recently, the beach at Independence Lake…read morehas had to be shut down several times for high e coli levels. One of the posts said that this is because of the amount of geese that have been frequenting the lake this year or because of runoff from rain. We went once before we knew about the e coli issues and actually had a great time. The beach (we thought) appeared clean and the water was the perfect cool temperature on a hot summer day. The swimming area went deep enough that we could float away from the littles on the shoreline. There were two life guards on duty. They have really amazing facilities where a get together was being held under the pavilion. They have a snack station, but we brought our own chips and sodas. They also have a splash pad with water slides. This area was closed when we went, and you have to pay a little more to access this area. They also have some cool trails and a frisbee golf course. You can bring dogs, but not to the designated swimming area. I hope they figure out the e coli issues because we would love to go back.

I really love Brighton as a whole city, they have an absolutely lovely downtown, and I love that…read morethis recreation area is just a little bit outside of downtown as well. You really can do it all in this area and all within a day as well! Escape into nature for the afternoon after a morning of shopping in downtown Brighton or vice versa, it'll do wonders to the spirit! This recreation area is good, not amazing, but definitely solid. The trails are a bit monotonous, but there are plenty of options, so maybe just the ones I've hiked so far haven't been great. Regardless, there's tons to do here and all the trails are very reasonable in length and skill level. Definitely good for the whole family!

There are lots of lakes nearby for swimming and hiking. Brighton State Rec is not one I would go…read moreback to. The beach at Bishop Lake was too small for the amount of people and the water quality wasn't great. The water was shallow, murky, and slimy. The trail around the lake was also crowded and not peaceful. Many people were riding their bikes or walking in between the camp grounds and the beach. Some signs or trail activities were falling apart and in need of repair. If you want to be around a ton of people while enjoying the outdoors, you'd have fun. It wasn't for me.

Monarch Butterfly performance…read more Fun Free parking Friendly staff No AC Family activities Highly recommend Will return next year

Went today for their Superb Owl event - it was cute! It was set up in stations so you could stroll…read morearound and do different things. Got to see a great horned owl which was very cool. The other owls were tucked away and asleep in their enclosures, which makes sense. Also saw a bald eagle, a couple hawks, and critters like a tarantula, snapping turtle and others in their critter house. Staff/volunteers on site were super knowledgeable and friendly, and there was a lot to learn about owls during this event. Believe the trails and outdoor bird enclosures are free and open to the public year round.

Small and quaint little park. There is a short boardwalk area and a bridge…read more We saw baby Robins in a nest and a Purple Finch. Lots of dragonflies during this time (July)! I just love all the trees in Michigan's parks. So beautiful!

Fun set of easy trails to explore…read more Map should be updated- green wasn't listed Small lot No dogs and no garbage can or potty

This park/nature area is made for hiking. I wouldn't start here if you're a beginner hiker because…read morealthough the area is relatively small, the trails are steep and narrow! Great for a workout, especially if you live nearby. Speaking of living nearby, I wish there was a better-drawn map of the trails. There is a map on the A2 Parks and Rec website, but sometimes, the trails led you to the nearby culdesac. One trail also leads you to the basketball court.

Perfect place for: -…read moreslow walks - people watching - enjoying the nature Lot of small trails you can take. I typically take the main trail to Bandemer Park, then circle around Amtrak station to Kellogg park and back. Getting here is bit easier if you come around 5pm, since you'll avoid M-14 and all the constructions going around town.

An explosion of color from the wildflowers. It is a short trail running along the Huron River (1/2…read moremile each way?). On either end are footbridges. One by railroad tracks and the other by a dam. No markers. The main path is wider with various forks leading to water views. The brush can be overgrown, so I suggest long pants and bug spray. It is also a launching point for a kayak company. If you would like to extend your hike, try Bird Hill across the road from the picnic area.

I am proud to share my neighborhood preserve with you! I live at the edge of this 500 acre trail…read morepark and live to see people enjoying it. It was a battle to keep this land away from bloodthirsty developers. The crooked, lying, pretend (bluedog) Democrats (the ones in office now, unfortunately) are liable to sell this parcel off to their nature-hating, concrete loving pals at any moment, so please- come and enjoy! Do slather on the mosquito repellant and bring your rugged bike for some easy (but not paved) trails. This is a perfect place to bring your dogs (on leash). If nobody is around and you are SURE, you can let them run wild a little bit (I didn't tell you that) The other review is wrong about the farmlands- it had been farmed up until the late 90's, when we were able to get the township to purchase this land with surplus money made from allowing all the Targetowns in the early 90's. I have lived next to this magical place (summer and winter!) for 24 years. It truly is a lovely preserve, unspoiled by refinement.

Most of the trails offer little shade. Five loop sections (A-E). C-E loops run through a…read moreredundant field of wildflowers. A&B is wooded but very short. There are two entrances but the one listed on Yelp is the main one at the foot of cornfields and portable bathroom with a picnic table nearby.

Did not know that parks had help pages but here we are…read more What I love about Rotary is how spacious and clean it is. I love that parking is almost always available and it's easier than ever to head over and enjoy a day in the sun, play baseball, go on a nature walk, and so much more. I just really hope they fix two structures that were damaged in a tornado this year!

Nice baseball facilities. No handicap porta potty. Might be a handicap bathroom by playground…read morebut they are working on the playground so it's closed. They have a picnic area with a grill.