Looking for family fun in Oakland County this winter? Check out these events, parks and places to go!
Parks & Recreation
Get out the house and enjoy the fresh air at these local parks. Don’t forget to bring your skis and a sled for snowy fun.
- Indian Springs Metropark – 5200 Indian Trail, White Lake, MI 48386
- Hiking
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Sledding
- Kensington Metropark – 4570 Huron River Parkway, Milford, MI 48380
- Hiking
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Ice Skating
- Sledding
- Holly Recreation Area – 8100 Grange Hall Road, Holly MI, 48442
- Hiking
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Seven Lakes State Park – 14390 Fish Lake Road, Holly MI, 48442
- Hiking
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Highland Recreation Area – 5200 Highland Road, White Lake MI, 48383
- Hiking
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Pontiac Lake Recreation Area – 7800 Gale Road, Waterford MI, 48327
- Hiking
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Proud Lake Recreation Area – 3500 N. Wixom Road, Commerce Twp. MI, 48382
- Hiking
- Cross-Country Skiing
Local Sledding Hills
- Beverly Hills Village Park (Beverly Hills)
- Booth Park Sled Hill (Birmingham)
- Lincoln Hills Golf Course (Birmingham)
- Shiawassee Park (Farmington)
- Heritage Park Sled Hill (Farmington)
- Civic Center Park (Madison Heights)
- Shepherd Park/Hamilton Hill (Oak Park)
- Lost Lake Nature Park (Oakland)
- Jesse Decker Park Sled Hill (Orion)
- Bloomer Park Sled Hill (Rochester)
- Borden Park (Rochester Hills)
- Waterford Oaks (Waterford)
- Marshbank Park (West Bloomfield)
Hit the Ice Rink
Strap on some skate and don’t forget your mittens as you take laps around the rink, both indoor and outdoor.
- Beverly Park (Beverly Hills)
- Birmingham Ice Arena (Birmingham)
- Barnum Park (Birmingham)
- Farmington Hills Ice Arena (Farmington Hills)
- Suburban Ice (Farmington Hils, Novi, Rochester & Royal Oak)
- Riley Park (Farmington Hills)
- Rosie’s Park (Madison Heights)
- Bear Creek Nature Park (Rochester)
- Troy Sports Center (Troy)
- Detroit Skating Club (Bloomfield Hills)
Ski Resorts
You don’t need to go Up North for ski slopes, here are some local resorts.
Pine Knob (Clarkston)
Address: 7778 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston, MI, 48348
Whether you are a beginner or expert, Pine Knob is the place to enjoy the slopes with friends and family. Check out have alpine and snowboard rentals, get lessons by certified instructors for all ages and hit the hills. Pine Knob is 300ft vertical with 17 runs and 3 terrain parks. The resort offers 2 world-famous Wonder Carpets, 100ft and 300ft, 6 chairlifts and 4 tow ropes.
Alpine Valley (White Lake)
Address: 6775 Highland Rd, White Lake, MI, 48383
Alpine Valley offers beautiful surroundings including 25 picturesque tree-lined slopes, 9 chairlifts, 4 rope tows and a magic carpet. Freestyle skiers and snowboards will enjoy four different styles of terrain parks designed for all ability levels. A skier/boarder cross track is open to the public so test your skills or race your friends! Bring the whole family and enjoy the largest and most scenic ski area in southern Michigan right at your own back door.
Mt Holly (Holly)
Address: 13536 Dixie Hwy, Holly, MI, 48442
For 60 years Mt Holly has served as a local ski destination. Find everything you need, 7 chairlifts including Southeastern Michigan’s only High-Speed detachable quad, 4 rope tows, and two SunKid Wonder Carpets. Kick back and relax on a 4,200 square foot heated paver patio and centered fire pit or explore one of 19 trails ranging from beginner to advanced in difficulty, and 3 Snowboard Parks with an assortment of terrain features.
Indoor Activities
Avoid cabin fever and let the kids burn off some extra energy at these local attractions.
- Legacy 925 (Oxford)
- Detroit Kid City (Southfield)
- Rochester Play (Rochester)
- JD Racing Indoor Karting (Novi)
- Whirlyball (Novi)
- Peppa Pig World of Play (Auburn Hills)
- LEGOLAND Discovery Center (Auburn Hills)
- Troy Gymnastics (Troy)
- Escape (Troy)
Visit A Museum
Learn something new and have fun at a museum.
- Detroit Zoo – 8450 W 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI, 48067
- Cranbrook Institute of Science – 39221 Woodward Ave, Bloomfield Hills, 48304
- Cranbrook Art Museum – 39221 Woodward Ave, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48303
- SEALIFE Michigan – 4316 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
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Carrie Budzinski is the Vice President of LittleGuide Detroit. She grew up in Livonia and Detroit and continues to live life in both cities. Carrie loves exploring the city and finding hidden gems in the suburbs..