Best parks near Waterford
17 parks · 17 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best parks near Waterford, Michigan — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 17 parks · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Dodge State Park Number 4
3.2 mi away
Dodge State Park Number 4 is located in the state of Michigan, USA. It is a great place to visit due to its beautiful scenic views and a variety of outdoor recreational…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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#2
Dodge Bros State Park
7.2 mi away
Dodge Bros State Park is a beautiful park located in the State of Michigan, USA. It is a perfect destination for nature lovers and offers an array of recreational activities, such…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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#3
Holly State Recreation Center
9.2 mi away
Holly State Recreation Area is a beautiful park located in Michigan, offering visitors a range of activities and natural attractions that make it an excellent destination for…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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#4
Ortonville State Recreational Area
14.5 mi away
Ortonville State Recreational Area is a beautiful outdoor destination located in Ortonville, Michigan. It covers an area of over 5,400 acres and offers a wide range of activities…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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#5
Seven Lakes State Park
18.0 mi away
Seven Lakes State Park in Michigan features rolling hills, lush woodlands, and seven interconnected lakes, offering scenic beauty and rich wildlife. Known for boating, fishing…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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#6
Maybury State Park
18.2 mi away
Maybury State Park is a beautiful state park located in Northville, Michigan. It spans over 944 acres and is known for its rich natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and recreational…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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#7
Metamora-Hadley State Recreation Area
19.0 mi away
Metamora-Hadley State Recreation Area is a 723-acre park located in Lapeer County, Michigan. The park offers visitors a variety of outdoor activities including fishing, hiking…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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#8
Waterford Oaks County Park
2.3 mi away
Waterford Oaks County Park is a beautiful destination located in Waterford Township, Oakland County, Michigan. Situated on over 900 acres of land, the park offers a wide range of…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#9
White Lake Oaks County Park
3.6 mi away
White Lake Oaks County Park is a stunning natural gem located in Oakland County, Michigan. It offers a range of recreational activities and beautiful scenery, making it a perfect…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#10
Independence Oaks County Park
6.9 mi away
Independence Oaks County Park is a popular destination located in Clarkston, Michigan. The park spans over 1,200 acres of natural areas and includes a lake, nature trails, picnic…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#11
Orion Oaks County Park
7.5 mi away
Orion Oaks County Park is a beautiful park located in Oakland County, Michigan. The park offers a wide range of activities for visitors, making it a popular destination for…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#12
Springfield Oaks County Park
9.4 mi away
Springfield Oaks County Park is situated in Davisburg, Michigan, and offers a range of attractions and activities that make it a popular destination for visitors. Here is a…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#13
Groveland Oaks County Park
13.7 mi away
Groveland Oaks County Park is a popular recreational destination in Michigan, offering a variety of activities for visitors. Some good reasons to visit the park are for its…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
Parks near Waterford
The Waterford area has 243 parks on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best parks near Waterford
How are these parks ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.