Really nice park in metro Detroit - there's something for everyone here. In the front, there's…read moreplenty of play structures/areas for kids of all ages. There's also a covered pavilion and lots of benches/picnic tables throughout. Dogs are allowed on leashes so you can include the whole family - even the fur baby. There is also a nice pond and water feature to walk around, and nature trails in the back. They have some fun lawn games to play near the pond too. One trail has a bridge that connects all the way to the green space on the other side of the Clinton River. My personal favorite is the pond with turtles that you can find lounging on logs on sunny days. There's even a kayak launch and other access points into the Clinton River. Tons of wildlife to view - we've seen plenty of deer, chipmunks, squirrels, turtles and cool birds. There is on-site paid parking (and free overflow across the street) but otherwise the park is free, which is really nice. I always see workers riding around in a golf cart emptying trash, making sure the park is clean. They even have bathrooms and a kona ice truck that I've seen on weekends. What more could you want?

Yes the city did a nice job on the design. But charging for parking at a public park? or forcing…read morepeople with little kids to cross a busy road with no traffic/Hawk lights? I was there tonight - the place was overgrown with weeds, restrooms overflowing with trash, and no soap. Come on Rochester Hills, has your ego gotten to you? For the ridiculous taxes your residents already pay, you can do better!

This review is specifically for the Dragon's Den playground and nearby bathroom facilities…read more Dragon's Den is one if the largest playground structures we've visited. My little one is 5 and it is rated for ages 5-12. This structure has several slides, swings, rock walls, monkey bars, and other "challenges". My son had a great time, but was definitely timid at times. This is a great structure for him to grow and learn. There is also a playground specifically for those in wheelchairs, etc. I love to see the inclusive design to allow all children to enjoy the playground. Nearby, is a pavilion with indoor bathroom facilities. They are very clean and well-kept.

Great park - for young kids to older ones. Unlike parks that have things geared strictly for young…read morekids, this park has a really nice play structure that older kids (9+) to play on. Large slides, few more complicated structures to maneuver on, and even some things for babies and handicapped children. Nice job to the city on this one

I absolutely loved Marshbanks. I really enjoyed the indoor-outdoor facility. It was great. Thank…read moreyou.

Clean park, modern amenities, pleasant atmosphere, Nice trails for walking and biking.read more

This is such a great little, picturesque park located to the right of the Clarkston Village…read moreoffices. It's a smaller space that's very well-designed with undulating grounds, sufficient open spaces, 2 little bridges that go over a small river (creek?) with ducks, a gazebo, and lots of trees. There are no grills or anything, but lots of perfectly placed sitting benches (even a few swinging ones) and a decent amount of picnic benches. It's a great place to walk the pups, the love interest in your life, or have a blanket or bench picnic with the family. I believe the gazebo side has hosted outdoor weddings and I have seen pro photographers snapping pics of their subjects (just to give you an idea of the looks of it). The kids playground has enough activity sets that are nicely spread out for tiny kids and big kids. My 3 y/o son loves coming here. I think it's his favorite spot thus far. He loves seeing the ducks who are super tame and will come right up to you on the banks expecting to be fed. Unfortunately, feeding birds like this makes them dependent on handouts and I didn't see any signs forbidding it so far. Maybe the ducks are on the Village dole on the off-season, who knows? Bread is really not the best to feed them with (little nutritional value), so consider taking things like cracked, corn, fresh peas, or grape HALVES (per the internet...so you may want to double check that info). If you decide to visit the park, also take the opportunity to walk the Village's small main street or walk off a date meal at one of the local hot spots (Union Woodshop and Clarkston Union). The walkable residential street of Holcomb (off Washington) has some nice old houses to look at or drive by. When you turn onto Depot Rd (keep your eyes peeled, you just might miss it), the parking lot is on the left across from the offices. They have doggie poo bag stations and (the one minus) porta-potties for bathrooms. Top Yelp-rated Cook's Dairy (ice cream) in Ortonville can be integrated into a trip to Clarkston Village. It's only 10 minutes away going up M-15.

What a great Metropark tucked into the hilly terrain of White Lake Charter Township…read more Indian Springs Metropark has a great looking 18 hole Golf Course, an Environmental Discovery Center and both Nature and Equestrian Trails. I'm here today, however, to enjoy the park's smoothly paved Hike-Bike trails. It's the first week of October which means the vibrant Fall colors in Michigan are very close to their peak. My ride through the rolling hills of White Lake Charter Township on a sunny Fall afternoon was absolutely full of color...yellows, oranges and reds everywhere against a beautiful blue sky. Navigating the 8-mile paved Hike-Bike trail loop was a real pleasure today with temps ranging between 65 and 70 degrees...perfect! Indian Springs Metropark earns a solid 5 stars based on having one of the most scenic and best maintained bike trails in the entire Metropark system.

Indian Springs is one of my favorite Metro Parks. The Discovery Center has plenty of exploration…read moreopportunities, including a fun indoor scavenger hunt. The lower level takes you underground to get a fish eye view of the pond where we were greeted by a bluegill. You can rent event space inside the Discovery Center or one of the pavilions throughout the park. Visit during the summer to enjoy the splash park. Visit year-round to slow down and enjoy nature!

This has been such a fun spot to meet friends and have playdates in the past. I love how there is…read moreso much for the kids to do in such a small space. I also love how walkable it is, very close to not only parking, but stores and good restaurants. This is a place where we will do lunch then play in the park, especially with friends. This is a spot we have taken people who are not from the area when we want to share a great park idea with them.

Great park. Just hard to get around to the other side with littles running through the tunnelread more

This is where my inner child comes out to play. I may be of legal age to drink and technically an…read moreadult, but every time I visit home, I spend a good portion of my vacation here with my best friend. What is not to like? Gazeebo full of random bugs and spiders? Check! River with a faint waterfall ambiance through an underpass? Check! Not having to compete with a five year old to get my swing on? Check! A weird voice recorder/player backer? You betcha! Killer attack ducks? Of course! Man so many good times here. Nice and peaceful. Just make sure you don't come too late at night...the cops will probably come and kick you out ;).

We love visiting this playground! It was recently updated with new structures…read more I love that you can use a real bathroom at the fire station, across the parking lot, or portapotties so you don't cross the parking lot. Cookies & Cream is next to the playground and has delicious ice cream, a stage for performances, and some lawn games (ex: giant Connect 4). The only concern is if you have a runner, there are too many exit points. For example, there's a slide at the top of a case of stairs. The top of the stairs also leads to the road. I'm really surprised they haven't put a gate up there yet!

This review is for the spray park and playground, only. The splashpad is great, probably the best…read morewe have been to. There are features for ages 1-12. I wish they made it larger to accommodate seating inside for parents. If you have little ones, you either stand the whole time or plan to join in. There us a cost to enter, but it is low compared to other entertainment. Just be sure to have cash with you. The playground is situated just a few yards from the splash park and is very nice. There are, again, features for all ages and it looks newer.

I love our little hometown park! I've spent hours and hours and hours (x3 kids) at so many soccer/…read morefootball/ softball/ tennis/ baseball games here over the years. There's just something comforting about being here. Pro tip: If there is any type of big event going on, arrive early for parking!

This place really has it all, for kids and parents alike. This is our favorite play place to come…read moreto, as it has a good playscape, a full bar, games and food to boot. Plus, on Fridays they have live shows in the evening. It does get a bit chaotic and let's face it, it's difficult to watch your kid get picked on but it's the law of the playground. There's only one person on duty however at the front and behind the bar so play at your own risk. Also prices are high for food and drink. A beer is $8 and a cocktail is $12- $15... but the entry fee for kids is only $15 so... tradeoffs. Food is okay; soft pretzel tasted a little off but the breadsticks were good and it seemed like everyone was ordering pizza. Will have to try that next time. Games are also expensive; you have to load a card and most games cost about 40 pts per play, lasting from seconds to about a minute. Not a ton of games but enough. Also offer a family restroom for changing and children which is good. It's in a strip mall with a grocery store and a golf sim too and on a main road. Easy to access. Overall it's my go to play place for the kids and plenty of seating and overlook spots for parents.

My 3.4 year granddaughter loves Fairytale Fun Place Clarkston It was kept clean and not…read moreovercrowded on a sunday afternoon She played for 3 hours straight and would have played longer. it was great as she had other little ones to play with too

The party was not what we imagined. The heat wasn't on. The music wasn't playing. There were only 2…read morestaff members running multiple parties. One of the staff members had her own young child at work. A party guest was injured on a slide and no one could find staff. But the reason for the rating was because a staff member said something to my young daughter as she was waiting to come into the birthday party room which made her cry. She was so upset she left her own birthday party, missing the pizza, cake, and presents. The same staff member promised a refund. We spoke with management. This was never resolved. We had been to numerous parties at Pump it Up and they were nothing like the party we received. Absolutely do not recommend.

I feel like I need to burn my kids socks after coming here. I had to keep myself from gagging after…read morepulling off the third bandaid that got stuck to my kids foot. I'm sorry, but when was the last time this place got cleaned? The floors are disgusting and there is legit trash in the bounce houses. I really wanted to like this place, especially since it's a great way to wear out my toddlers on rainy days. But man, I will not come back... unless I want my kids to get the plague. I will also attach a picture of a ledge separating the bounce houses to the baby play area. Paint it literally chipping off this ledge everywhere onto the floor and bang toys. How is this safe? You want your kid to eat paint? Come to Pump It Up!