Oakland County Parks (system)
ParksOutdoor
County parks, nature centers and seasonal events. See site for hours and fees.
Visit websitePlaces to play
Parks, nature centers, zoos and indoor spots worth knowing. Hours and fees change, so check each site before you go.
Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve
Nature centerOutdoor
See site for hours and programs.
Visit websiteStage Nature Center (Troy Nature Society)
Nature centerOutdoor
See site for hours and programs.
Visit websiteDetroit Zoo
ZooOutdoor
Paid admission; see site.
Visit websiteTroy Public Library
LibraryIndoor
Free story times; some need registration.
Visit websiteOrion Township Public Library
LibraryIndoor
Free kids programs.
Visit websiteRochester Hills Public Library
LibraryIndoor
Free kids programs.
Visit websiteAMPed Discovery Play Space
Indoor playIndoor
1975 E Maple Rd. Toddler/baby sensory play. Check site for hours and fees.
Visit websiteThe Backyard Playroom
Indoor playIndoor
529 Hendrie Blvd. Check site for hours.
Visit websiteKids Empire Troy
Indoor playIndoor
388 John R Rd. Toddler zone; site lists $19.90 general admission (ages 1-17).
Visit websiteRochester Play
Indoor playIndoor
380 E. Second St. Open play, no reservations; check site for hours.
Visit websiteRed Oaks Nature Center
Nature centerIndoor
30300 Hales St. County nature center with animal exhibits.
Visit websiteWint Nature Center (Independence Oaks)
Nature centerIndoor
9501 Sashabaw Rd. Free weekly ECHO toddler hour.
Visit websiteRecurring programs
Regular county programs for little ones. Dates can shift, so check the source.