Soft sandy beaches, no seaweed in the swimming area, and lots of space. There's a sidewalk between…read morethe grass and beach - Lots of tables and grills too Electric vehicle charging stations Bathroom/changing rooms but the open air kind (see pics) Would be nice if there were any vending machines or snack stand of sorts

Beautiful park, wasn't over crowded. The beach area was…read moreclean and raked. The water is crystal clear and there's plenty of wildlife...

I absolutely adore Heritage gardens, they do a fantastic job with the upkeep, very beautiful. It is…read moreadmittedly a smaller park, but none the less enjoyable, and leashed pet friendly. The main walking path is probably around 1/3 of a mile, so a quick walk; but there are a few trails that branch off, leading to a children's play area, courts, or nearby municipal buildings. There are many benches available to sit and enjoy the scenery, or watch the ducks; the lake has multiple fountains, and 3 different docks to enjoy. A stunning park for photo opportunities as well, and they hold a lot of community events, which is a big plus in my book. Definitely recommend checking it out if you get the chance.

The best park ever. the lake is beautiful. such a lovely place for a stroll. very safe and a…read moreperfect spot to take pictures!

I give this lake 5 stars because it fulfils all I require from a laking experience. Some folks like…read morea mini jobie nooner every weekend, I like to chill. I don't want to hear other people's children "playing" or whatever it is they do that's so loud. I don't want to vie for space on the sand bar. I don't want to hear other people's music, or see them dancing. You get the point, I'm not into the social scene that can be typical of Michigan lakes. You might be saying "why don't you get your own lake then you anti social jerk?". Well, that's basically what Orchard Lake is. It's amazing. There is literally like, no one on this lake 99% of the time. If you're lucky enough to be able to boat during the weekdays, you can often be the ONLY person on the water. You could totally lay out nude and no one would even be around to see you. The busy weekends don't really seem busy, and I have yet to feel crowded or annoyed. It's silent, peacful, serene and relaxing. Perfect. This is a VERY clean lake, and I believe it's the second or third largest in Oakland County. The water is clear and sparkling in most areas except for the very deepest parts. There is only seaweed in a few spots but these are not the chill areas and are easy to avoid. I love the variety of wildlife that can be seen on this lake including egrets, swallows, hawks, ducks, swans and lots of cute little fish that seem happy to hang out by the humans. The sandbar is spotless, probaly due to the "no drinking" poloicy that we, of course, follow to a T. LOL. The no drinking policy is most likely what keeps this lake fairly empty, and it works for me.

Atlas County Park is located just west of downtown Goodrich near Goodrich High School. The park's…read moreunpaved trail is a nice extension of the Gale and Hegel Road paved trail. It is a great addition to the area to extend your hike, or mountain bike a couple of miles further through a 150 acres of natural wooded landscape area that is mostly shaded. The park is pet friendly and offers access to Kearlsey Creek for fishing and to Goodrich Millpond for kayaking or canoeing. The park is open year-round from 8 am to sunset daily. There is a small unpaved parking area and a Porta-Potty at the entrance.

As soon as I parked on the parking lot and stepped out of my car, I was blindsided by a pungent…read moresmell of feces and moldy garbage. I had to instinctively hold my nose and waft the air like a cartoon character. After I actually got in the park/forest I was AGAIN greeted by a fresh pile of animal droppings which isn't the parks fault but just really gross. All of the fishing areas were blasphemously far from the entrance which is where i wanted to go. While walking the trail I came into contact with poison ivy MORE THAN ONCE I was scratching my legs the entire time. Bug spray is a must on this adventure bring multiple cans.My brother fell in the mud and his clothes are filthy now! Midway through our walk we came across BEAR TRACKS which promptly advised us to GET OUT OF THERE, so we did and let me tell you, I was already angry and tired and itchy from the walk and the amount of uphill trails i had to climb didn't make it any better. My dad was scared by a squirrel, he screamed like a girl. Scenery was nice, 2/5 stars would not recommend.

Large beach in a large park…read more Great place to meet up with a large group of friends or family! In the summer months (pre-Labor Day) they have an inflatable obstacle course courtesy of Warrior Island great for teens and adults I have seen dogs on this beach (and in the water) multiple times so clearly the NO ANIMALS sign is often ignored The changing rooms are interesting... no doors necessary since they're around a corner The singular outdoor shower is not private There's goose poop everywhere Biggest perk is how far you can go while it's still shallow

I love Bald Mountain and have been coming here for years. Great trails to walk with a beautiful…read morewooded area. What more can you ask for? There's also the beach area which is nice for the summer although I don't really go to it because it gets really busy. Great photography opportunities for any nature lover and is an okay spot for mushroom hunting. Definitely go off the beaten trail if you want to find mushrooms. Only thing I wish was that they reopened the main entrance because I've always struggled finding out how to actually get in other than parking off the dirt road and walking in. Hardly any parking spots on the dirt road which can be slightly annoying. Overall this is a nice park!

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......

Beautiful walk, perfect for a quick afternoon stroll. Some areas are nice and shaded and others are…read moresunny!

I was just driving through and seen this pier on the map and thought I'd stop for a break…read more What a fantastic river front park. Peaceful and lots of nice waking paths. Many on the paths go out over the water which was super cool. If you driving though this would be a great place to stop and have a picnic or just wander around. With all the piers I bet I'd be a cool place to do some sunrise photography .

Beautiful views and awesome bridges. My husband and I came on a quick walk here while we were in…read moretown. It was very peaceful.

We came here as a guests visiting Family (that had rented a site) for a Halloween event. I was…read moredelighted with how large and well maintained Groveland Oaks County park is. There are walking paths all throughout, wooden bridges, multiple playgrounds, a lake with a groomed beach, small arcade, cozy camp store, yurts, group sites, full hook-up or tent sites; you truly have a plethora of options available to you. My extended family has camped here multiple times, and they have enjoyed every stay. I would have no problem booking a site for ourselves, for a staycation, next summer after seeing what they have to offer.

I am so very disappointed have been bringing my grandchildren here for quite a few years.We show up…read more& the beach is so small it is for very small children now. I tried too get a partial refund & they wouldn't even work with me.Never will I stay there again. When I made the reservations I told them I had two grandchildren & it was my 4th year staying they never mentioned about the beach just so disappointed wouldn't even work with a partial refund

We love to visit this park in all seasons. It is especially good for observing birds.read more

How do you pick a favorite star in the heavens? This Metro Park is the best place for hanging…read moreoutside in a park. Nature trails, wild animals, beautiful views and fresh air. So much to see and do the opportunities are endless. One of myust see places especially in the Fall when the trees are colorful and the animals active.