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Bluebell Beach and Flint River Bike Path
5500 Bray RoadFlint, MI 48505 [Map]
(810) 736-7100
(800) 648-7275 [tollfree]
* swimming. * biking on .8 mile paved trail, the Flint River Bike Path, linking Carpenter Road and Bluebell Beach. * walking and biking trail around beach area. * pavilions available for rental. * barrier free playground. * fishing at Carpenter and Bray Roads at 5030 Bray Road, Flint 48505. * barrier free Splash Pad: the 1st in Genesee County! Shoots water in a timed sequence from the ground and various play structures.
Bluegill Boat Launch on Mott Lake
4045 Coldwater RoadFlint, MI 48506 [Map]
(810) 736-7100
(800) 648-7275 [tollfree]
* no wake speed limit on Mott Lake. * open 24 hours daily, year round. * seasonal fee. * Bluegill Bike Path: 2 miles of paved trail, Coldwater Road at Center Road; and Genesee Road south of Stanley Road. * modern restrooms. * snowmobile area when ground is frozen with at least 3" of snow.
Buell Lake County Park
14098 Genesee RoadClio, MI 48420 [Map]
(810) 736-7100
(800) 648-7275 [tollfree]
* 213 acres surrounding Buell Lake. * walking and biking on 1 mile trail. * new boat launch. * ball diamonds. * picnic areas and playground. * pavilions available for rental. * fishing site. * radio-controlled model airplane field. * snowmobiling area when ground is frozen with at least 3" of snow.
Covenant Hills Camp
10359 E. Farrand Road P.O. Box 96Otisville, MI 48463 [Map]
(810) 631-4531
Family and group RV camping on over 300 sites with full hook-ups.
Davison Roadside County Park
Davison & Belsay RoadsBurton, MI 48509 [Map]
(810) 736-7100
(800) 648-7275 [tollfree]
* 4 acres. * picnic area. * pavilion available for rental. * beginners sledding hill when ground is frozen with at least 3" of snow.
Everett A. Cummings Center
6130 E. Mt. Morris RoadMt. Morris, MI 48458 [Map]
(810) 736-7100
(800) 648-7275 [tollfree]
Site of the Genesee County Fair. Also available for rental. * trails for hiking, horses, and snowmobiles. * snowmobile area open 24 hours daily. Terrain must be frozen with at least 3" of snow.
Flushing County Park
4417 N. McKinley RoadFlushing, MI 48433 [Map]
(810) 736-7100
(800) 648-7275 [tollfree]
* 105 acres. * walking and biking on 1 mile trail. * picnic area and playground. * pavilions available for rental. * tennis courts. * ball diamonds. * cross country skiing when ground is frozen with at least 3" of snow.
For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum
2142 N. Genesee RoadBurton, MI 48509 [Map]
(810) 736-7100
(800) 648-PARK [tollfree]
For-Mar is 380 acres with ponds and mature forests. * extensive collection of native flora and fauna of Michigan. * over 100 mounts. * Memorial Garden. * hiking on 7 miles of trails. * nature hikes for groups offered year round. * jogging and biking permitted on gravel service drive only. * cross country skiing when the ground is frozen with at least 3" of snow.
Genesee County Parks & Recreation
5045 Stanley RoadFlint, MI 48506 [Map]
(810) 736-7100
(800) 648-PARK [tollfree]
With over 11,000 acres of beautiful land and lakes, including Crossroads Village and the Huckleberry Railroad, Genesee County Parks offer something for everyone: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, biking, and more! New Walking Trail Maps are available on-line for most locations. Check out YOUR Genesee County Parks!
Genesee Recreation Area
(810) 736-7100(800) 648-7275 [tollfree]
* 4,540 acres including Richfield Park and 600 acre Mott Lake. * fishing at the following locations on Mott Lake: G-5380 Branch Road, Flint; at Genesee and Stanley Roads; and on Stanley Road, .25 miles east of Genesee Road. * fishing at Irish Road and the Flint River, 6422 Irish Road, Davison. * camping at Wolf Campground, 7004 N. Irish Road (Closed for the 2007 Summer season.)
Goldenrod Disc Golf Course
6405 Irish RoadDavison, MI 48423 [Map]
(810) 736-7100
(800) 648-7275 [tollfree]
Open year round and FREE. * free 18 basket course. * must bring your own equipment. * picnic area.
Goldenrod Disc Golf Course-Genesee County Parks
6405 Irish RoadDavison, MI 48423 [Map]
(810) 736-7100
(800) 648-7275 [tollfree]
Open year round and FREE. 18 hole route, must bring your own equipment, picnic area.
Holloway Reservoir Regional Park
(810) 736-7100(800) 648-7275 [tollfree]
* 5,500 acres including 1,975 acre Holloway Reservoir. * canoe launching site open 24 hours daily, year round. Located at the Flint River below Holloway Reservoir Dam. * water skiing, boating, and fishing. * Elba Equestrian Complex: available by reservation only. Located .75 miles south of Coldwater Road on Elba Road. * fishing sites on Flint River below Holloway Reservoir Dam and at Holloway Reservoir (Stanley Road tubes, Mt. Morris Road bridge, and at Zemmer and Hanmann Roads). * snowmobile area with at least 3" of snow and frozen ground. * toboggan hill (expert) with at least 3" of snow and frozen ground. Located .5 miles north of Carpenter Road on Washburn Road in Lapeer County. * Hogbacks Area: Dog training area. Located at the Genesee and Lapeer County line bordered by Elba, Washburn, McDowell, and Stanley Roads. * Zemmer Park: Small boat launch and shore fishing. Located N. Hanmann Road to Zemmer Road.
Holly Recreation Area
8100 Grange Hall RoadHolly, MI 48442 [Map]
(248) 634-8811
Offers nearly 8,000 acres of rolling woodlands, open fields, and lakes. * Holly-McGinnis Lake Modern Campground: 144 sites. * Holly-Group Use: 4 sites. * Holly Mini-Cabins: 2 sites. * Holly-Rolston Rustic Cabin: 1 site.. * Holly-McGinnis Lake Semi-Modern Campground: 15 sites. * Holly Woods Disc Golf Course offers a variety of challenges and fun for all levels. Offering both 9 and 18 holes routes. * hunting in most areas of the park. Species include deer, turkey, waterfowl, rabbit and squirrel. * fishing piers on Valley and Heron Lakes. Shore fishing available on Heron, Valley, and Wildwood Lakes. * swimming on Heron Lake with 800 feet of sandy beach and Beach house for changing. * canoe/kayak rentals are available from mid-May through mid-September. Row boats, canoes and fishing boats for your electric motor are also available. * picnic area - Picnic tables and fire pits/grills.The Lakeview Picnic area provides a scenic overlook, multiple picnic tables and grills and access to the Lakeshore Trail. * picnic shelter(s). Three shelters are available for group use by reservation or on a first-come, first-served basis. Call 248-634-8811 to make reservations * hiking on approximately 34 miles of trails. * mountain biking on approximately 23 miles of trails, in five loops located in the Holdridge Lakes area provide terrain ranging from easy to advanced. The trail was designed, built, and is maintained by the Holly/Flint Chapter of the Michigan Mountain Biking Association. An additional 8 miles of mountain biking trails are now available on the Wilderness Trail, surrounding McGinnis Lake Campground. * snowmobile areas allowed with 4" of snow or more on the ground. Allowed only in areas west of I-75. * boat launches on Heron, Valley, and Crotched Lake. Some restrictions reply so check with the Park first. * cross country skiing on approximately 10 miles of trails. Trails are not groomed. * metal detecting in designated areas.
Holly Recreation Area Camping-State Park
8100 Grange Hall RoadHolly, MI 48442 [Map]
(248) 634-8811
Holly Recreation Area offers nearly 8,000 acres of rolling woodlands, open fields, and lakes.Located off I-75, Grange Hall Road Exit. * Holly-McGinnis Lake Modern Campground: 144 sites. * Holly-Group Use: 4 sites. * Holly Mini-Cabins: 2 sites.. * Holly-Rolston Rustic Cabin: 1 site.. * Holly-McGinnis Lake Semi-Modern Campground: 15 sites.
Holly Recreation Area-State Park
8100 Grange Hall RoadHolly, MI 48442 [Map]
(248) 634-8811
Holly Woods Disc Golf Course offers a variety of challenges and fun for all levels. Offering both 9 and 18 hole routes.
Linden County Park
15349 S. Linden RoadLinden, MI 48451 [Map]
(810) 736-7100
(800) 648-7275 [tollfree]
* 135 acres located between Byram Lake and Pine Lake. * beautiful beach improvements. * modern restrooms. * swimming at Clover Beach on Byram Lake. * walking and biking on 1.5 mile trail. * picnic area and playground. * pavilions available for rental. * Byram Lake Public Boat Launch at 15349 S. Linden Road. * tennis courts. * ball diamonds. * basketball court. * snowmobile area with at least 3" of snow and frozen ground. * intermediate sledding and toboggan hill, west side of park, ground must be frozen with at least 3" of snow.
Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area
3871 Herd RoadMetamora, MI 48455 [Map]
(810) 797-4439
Located in Lapeer County off M-24, this State park consists of 723 beautiful acres with an 80-acre Lake Minnewanna. * Metamora-Hadley Modern Campground: 214 sites. * hunting on over two-thirds of the park for both small and large game. * playground area. * swimming with a beach house. * fishing on two fishing piers. * row boats/paddle boats/canoe rentals, as well as row boats, canoes, and fishing boats for your electric motor, are available from May 28 through Sept. 5. * picnic tables and fire pits/grills. The day-use area consists of a marked swimming area, concessions, 400 space parking lot, and a picnic shelter. For reservations contact the park at (810)797-4439. * hiking on more than six miles of marked hiking trails. * snowmobiles allowed with 4" of snow or more on the ground. Snowmobiles may be ridden in the park, but not on trails or campground area. * boating launch to Lake Minnewanna. * camp store near the entrance of the campground. * cross country skiing on more than 6 miles of marked trails. Trails are not groomed. * metal detecting allowed in restricted areas.
Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area Camping-State Park
3871 Herd RoadMetamora, MI 48455 [Map]
(810) 797-4439
Located in Lapeer County off M-24, the park consists of 723 beautiful acres with an 80-acre Lake Minnewanna. *Metamore-Hadley Modern Campground: 214 sites.
Mounds Off-Road Vehicle Area
6145 E. Mt. Morris RoadMt. Morris, MI 48458 [Map]
(810) 736-7100
(800) 648-7275 [tollfree]
Open year-round, but from March 15 – May 15, no trucks are allowed and motorcycles and ATVs are restricted to the eight-acre scramble area only. For motorcycles, mini-bikes, dune buggies, four-wheel drive vehicles, all terrain vehicles, etc. * snowmobiles prohibited. * please check web site for restrictions and rules.
Ortonville Recreation Area
5779 Hadley RoadOrtonville, MI 48462 [Map]
(810) 797-4439
Located in north Oakland County, off M-15, this 5,400 acre State Recreation Area offers a wide range of activities. * Ortonville Equestrian: 25 sites, rustic. * Ortonville Pines Rustic Cabin: 1 site. * hunting in most areas for deer, rabbits, grouse, and waterfowl. * playground area. * swimming at Big Fish lake with beach house. * fishing is allowed throughout the recreation area with access sites on Davidson, Round, and Today lakes. Lakes and streams produce a wide variety of fish such as pike, bass, and perch. * picnic tables and fire pits/grills. Day-users will find a picnic area, two shelters, a swimming area, playgrounds, and horse shoe pits on Big Fish Lake. For reservations contact the park at (810)797-4439. * shooting/archery range, with hand trap available. * hiking on a 3.5 mile trail. * mountain biking on 3.5 mile trail. * 6.5 miles of bridle trails from the equestrian campground . * snowmobile area allowed with 4" of snow or more on the ground. 6.5 equestrian trail is open for snowmobiling with sufficient snow. * boating launch on Big Fish, Davison, and Algoe Lakes. * cross country skiing on 2.5 mile trail. * metal detecting allowed in designated areas.
Ortonville Recreation Area Camping-State Park
5779 Hadley RoadOrtonville, MI 48462 [Map]
(810) 797-4439
Located in north Oakland County, off M-15, this 5,400 acre Recreation Area offers a wide range of activities. * Ortonville Equestrian: 25 sites, rustic. * Ortonville Pines Rustic Cabin: 1 site.
Richfield County Park
6322 N. Irish RoadDavison, MI 48423 [Map]
(810) 736-7100
(800) 648-7275 [tollfree]
* 345 acres located within the Genesee Recreation Area. * walking and biking on 2 mile trail. * bicycle motorcross track (BMX). Sanctioned by the National Bicycle League, races from May-September. * ball diamonds. * tennis courts. * picnic area with playground. * pavilions available for rental. * canoe launching site on the Flint River, north side of the park. * cross country skiing on south side of park when ground is frozen with at least 3" of snow. * snowmobile area open 24 hours daily, with frozen ground with at least 3" of snow.
Seven Lakes State Park
2220 Tinsman RoadFenton, MI 48430 [Map]
(248) 634-7271
Over 1,400 acres featuring a combination of farmland, rolling hills and forests, plus about 230 acres of water with several miles of shoreline. Seven Lakes State Park is also the site of an annual hot air balloon festival in July hosted by Capt. Phogg Balloon Rides. * Seven Lakes Modern Campground: 70 sites. * hunting in most areas of the park for deer, turkey, waterfowl, rabbit, and squirrel. * playground area. * swimming with beach house area. * fishing for bluegill, bass, pike, tiger muskie and catfish. * canoe/row boat/paddle boat rentals, and your-motor-on boats available from mid-May through mid-September. * picnic tables and fire pits/grills. Big Seven Lake is 170 acres with a boat launch, concession for snacks, beach, restrooms, and changing courts. There are picnic areas with horseshoes, volleyball, and playground equipment, which can be used on a first-come-first-served basis. Dickinson Lake, the second largest lake at 44 acres, provides another boat launch and a floating pier used for fishing. A rustic picnic shelter with large grills, playground equipment, horseshoe pits, volleyball, and basketball. * five rentable picnic shelters are available, one being ADA accessible. For reservations contact the park. * hiking on over 6.5 miles of clearly marked trails criss-cross the entire park. * mountain biking on a 5 mile trail. This trail system is also used by hikers, cross country skiers, and snowmobilers. * snowmobiling allowed with 4" of snow or more on the ground. Trail system also used by hikers, mountain bikers, and cross country skiers. * boating launches on Big Seven Lakes (170 acres) and Dickinson Lake (44 acres). * cross country skiing on 6.5 miles of marked trails. * metal detecting allowed in designated area.
Seven Lakes State Park Camping-State Park
2220 Tinsman RoadFenton, MI 48430 [Map]
(248) 634-7271
Over 1,400 acres featuring a combination of farmland, rolling hills, and forests, plus about 230 acres of water with several miles of shoreline. Seven Lakes State Park is also the site of an annual hot air balloon festival in July hosted by Capt. Phogg Balloon Rides. * Seven Lakes Modern Campground: 70 sites.
Walleye Pike Boat Launch
7240 Henderson RoadDavison, MI 48423 [Map]
(810) 736-7100
(800) 648-7275 [tollfree]
* Open 24 hours daily, year round. * Seasonal fee. * Modern restrooms.
Wolverine Campground
7698 N. Baxter RoadColumbiaville, MI 48421 [Map]
(810) 736-7100
(800) 648-PARK [tollfree]
Located on the shore of the Holloway Reservoir, featuring 195 sites, pine forest, and beach. Open late May through Labor Day.
Wolverine Campground and Buttercup Beach
7689 N. Baxter RoadColumbiaville, MI 48421 [Map]
(810) 736-7100
(800) 648-7275 [tollfree]
* 195 campsites. * swimming at Buttercup Beach at 7130 N. Baxter Road.