Contact Info
Parks & Recreation
Administrative Office
2800 Watkins Lake Road
Waterford, MI 48328
Programs & Services
Community Engagement and Volunteering
Oakland County Parks is focused on environmental leadership, action and practice in the community. Staff is available as a resource for local governments and the public to advise in their areas of expertise and assist homeowners, municipal employees, non-profit organizations and educational institutions in implementation of best practices.
Our community engagement efforts include:
- Aquatic Invasive Species Cleaning Stations
- Citizen Science
- Community Habitat Improvement Grant Program
- Native Plant Event
- Nest Box Monitoring
- Oakland County Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (OC CISMA)
View the calendar below for ways you can get involved.
Trailblazers Hiking Series
Date:
10/07/2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMAdventure is close to home with Trailblazers hiking series
Join Oakland County Parks staff for informative, scenic hikes during the TrailBlazers Hiking Series from 6-7 p.m. at Rose Oaks County Park Nature Area. This hiking series offers a chance to stretch your legs on a one-hour guided hike during a Fall Color Tour on Oct. 7. Enjoy the fall splendor and discover the science behind why leaves change colors.
The TrailBlazer Hiking Series is an affordable, enjoyable way to squeeze fitness into your busy schedule by being able to socialize, get in your steps and learn new facts about the natural world all in one exciting hour-long program. Hike with a friend or meet new people on the trails.
The series costs $10. Preregistration is required. Call 248-858-0916 or register online.
Details:
- Hikers should dress for the weather
- Bring a water bottle and bug spray