If you’re looking for a playground that’s worth the drive, Lower Huron Metropark should be at the top of your family’s summer bucket list. This incredible space-themed playground is one of the largest and most unique play spaces in Metro Detroit, featuring imaginative play areas, towering climbing structures, and inclusive equipment designed for kids of all ages and abilities.

Littles will love exploring the dedicated toddler zone with age-appropriate climbing features and interactive play panels, while older kids can spend hours conquering the massive multi-level playground inspired by outer space. Highlights include:

  • A giant spaceship-themed play structure
  • Universally accessible ramps and slides
  • A towering climbing tower with a thrilling 17-foot slide
  • A challenging caged ninja-style obstacle course
  • Belt swings, inclusive swings, and a multi-person group swing
  • Massive rope climbing structures that encourage kids to climb, balance, and explore
  • Plenty of benches, picnic tables, and shade structures for parents to relax while the kids play

The playground truly offers something for everyone – from adventurous toddlers to fearless tweens. Visiting note, restrooms and parking are located just a short walk away.

Cool Off at Turtle Cove Family Aquatic Center

On sunny summer days, add Turtle Cove Family Aquatic Center to the itinerary. It’s the perfect way to turn your playground visit into a full-day adventure.

Families can enjoy:

  • Two exciting waterslides
  • A relaxing lazy river
  • A zero-depth entry pool that’s perfect for younger swimmers
  • An interactive splash area with a giant 300-gallon dumping bucket
  • Lap lanes, shaded seating, changing rooms, lockers, showers, and concessions (outside food and coolers are not permitted).

2026 Turtle Cove Hours

  • Open daily June 6 through September 7
  • 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Admission

  • Adults (48″ and taller): $11 weekdays / $12 weekends & holidays
  • Children (under 48″): $9 weekdays / $10 weekends & holidays
  • Children under 30″: FREE
  • Twilight admission (5–7 p.m.): $8

Park Admission

A Huron-Clinton Metroparks vehicle pass is required to enter Lower Huron Metropark.

  • Daily vehicle pass: $10
  • Annual Metroparks pass: $40

Don’t forget—you may also be able to visit FREE by checking out a Metroparks pass through the MIchigan Activities Pass program.

Lower Huron Metropark
40151 E. Huron River Drive
Belleville, MI 48111