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Red Oaks Waterpark

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Red Oaks and Waterford Oaks waterparks were named to "2012 Top 10 Waterparks in Southeast Michigan" by Metro Parent Magazine.

Waterpark lifeguards have also earned the 2012 Golf International Aquatic Safety Award. This prestigious honor recognizes only the top 30% of lifeguards for exceeding the Ellis & Associates criteria for aquatic safety.

Kids enjoy the Soak Station, children's water playground with 68 features, including water jets, curtains and slides, plus bubbler jets and a six-foot tipping bucket; must be 56" or shorter and be accompanied by an adult. Or the Spray & Play, a water play area for toddlers, with 15 water jets and bubblers at zero depth.

Grab a tube and float on the River Ride, a 990-foot long moving river. Other water park features include:

  • Triple Turn, a triple-flume waterslide
  • Terrific Tides wave-action pool.  The pool is heated, so even when it's cloudy or windy, the water's just fine.

FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE AND SAFETY:

  • FREE PARKING!
  • Admission includes all-day use of features including tubes.
  • Free tubes and deck chairs, based on availability, first-come first-served basis, tubes or chairs may not be held
  • Barrier-free access to wave pool
  • Bathhouse with lockers, showers, bathrooms and changing areas
  • Picnic areas with tables and grills; concessions; group picnic areas can be reserved in advance
  • Red Oaks Waterpark is a smoke-free and alcohol-free facility.  Glass containers are not allowed.
  • The bottom surfaces of the water features include sand particles for foot traction. Guests may wish to bring water shoes for small children, or those with sensitive feet.
  • River Walk program offered.
  • Group rates available for affiliated groups ONLY with advance reservations (at least five full business days in advance).

Waterparks are subject to capacity. When capacity is reached, no more tickets will be sold and only people who have purchased admission tickets from the park for that day will be admitted. If capacity is reached before 1:30 p.m., the Waterpark will reopen by 4:30 p.m.. If capacity is reached at or after 1:30 p.m., the Waterpark will not reopen for the day. Waterpark officials have the right to adjust these times to meet the needs of the facility and maintain optimal safety. Please call the waterpark hotline (248.858.0918) for updated capacity information.     

All pools are heated, so even when it's cloudy or windy, the water's just fine!                                          

    Red Oaks Waterpark is certified by the Michigan Turfgrass Environmental Stewardship Program. MTESP certification requires the park to exceed requirements of environmental laws, protect water resources and enhance the maintenance of turfgrass and open spaces. See other ways the Oakland County Parks is protecting the environment.


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    ROAD CONSTRUCTION NEAR RED OAKS
    Visitors traveling to Red Oaks Golf Course, Waterpark, Nature Center and Youth Soccer Complex may experience construction delays this summer.
    The repaving of John R from 11 Mile to Dartmouth, north of 12 Mile, began in April 2013 and should be completed by early August 2013 (weather permitting). Side streets will be closed alternately at John R for periods of construction, but alternative access to neighborhoods will be maintained.
    PHASE I will include the northbound lanes. PHASE II will include the southbound lanes.

    Contact/Hours

    LOCATION:
    1455 East 13 Mile Road
    Madison Heights, MI  48071
    (between John R & Dequindre)
    Park Amenities Map

    PHONE:
    248-858-0918 or 1-888-OCPARKS

    DATES & HOURS: 
    (based on staff and weather conditions)

    Please note: Admission ticket sales stop daily one hour before close.

    SPECIAL EARLY SEASON HOURS:
    May 25 - 27
    10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
    REGULAR WEEKEND & HOLIDAY RATES APPLY

    CLOSED MAY 28 - 30 

    REGULAR SEASON:
    May 31 - Aug. 25
    WEEKDAYS (Monday-Friday)
    11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
    WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS
    10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

    LATE SEASON HOURS & FEES:
    Aug. 26 - Aug. 30: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
    $12/person 2 years and older
    $7/person 2 years and older if Oakland County Resident with valid photo ID

    Aug. 31 - Sept. 2: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
    Regular Weekend/Holiday Rates apply

    Note: Waterpark may reduce park capacity during the late-season dates and hours due to staff availability.

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