Recreation
There's never an off season for enjoying sports and activities in Washtenaw County.
- Archery
- Auto Racing
- Bowling
- Fishing
- Golf
- Hiking
- Misc
- Parks
- Rock Climbing
- Roller & Ice Skating
- Sporting Venues
- Swimming
Wilderness Archery
297 N. Maple Rd., Ann Arbor, (734) 913-6283
www.wildernessarchery.net
Archery range and pro shop. Serving the beginner to the advanced archer.
Bel-Mark Lanes
3530 Jackson Rd., Ann Arbor, (734) 994-8433
Chelsea Lanes
1180 S. Main St., Chelsea, (734) 475-8141
Colonial Lanes
1950 S. Industrial Hwy., Ann Arbor, (734) 665-4474
www.coloniallanescubsac.com
Maplewood Lanes
830 Woodland Dr., Saline, (734) 429-5457
Ypsi-Arbor Lanes
2985 Washtenaw Ave., Ypsilanti, 734-434-1110
www.ypsiarborbowling.com
Bowling Center, Billiards, Darts, Full Service Grill, Bar & Meeting Room
Ypsi-Arbor Lanes
2985 Washtenaw Ave., Ypsilanti, (734) 434-1110
Spring Valley Trout Farm
12190 Island Lake Rd., Dexter, (734) 426-4772
www.springvalleytroutfarm.com
Catch your own fish from the spring-fed, pollution-free ponds that are stocked weekly with fish grown right on the farm. A children's trout pond is reserved for little anglers under 10. Environment is so perfect in the ponds that a catch is guaranteed on every outing!
Brae Burn Golf Club
10860 W. Five Mile Rd., Plymouth, (734) 453-1900
Brookside Golf Course
6451 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd., Saline, (734) 429-4276
Eagle Crest Golf Club
1275 S. Huron St., Ypsilanti, (734) 487-2441
www.eaglecrestresort.com
Eastern Michigan University's Eagle Crest Golf Club features an 18-hole championship golf course overlooking picturesque Ford Lake. The par-72 course offers a challenging layout that dares both novice and seasoned golfers with several holes bordering the banks of Ford Lake and five scenic but rigorous water hazards.
Fox Hills Golf & Banquet Center
8768 North Territorial Rd., Plymouth, (734) 453-7272
www.foxhills.com
Fox Hills is a 63-hole public course and banquet center featuring three distinctly different courses- an 18-hole championship course, the Golden Fox, a 27-hole course, the Fox Classic, and an18-hole championship par three course, the Strategic
Fox – expanded driving ranges, and pro shops.
Georgetown Country Club
1365 King George Blvd., Ann Arbor, (734) 971-5500
Green Oaks Golf Course
1775 East Clark Rd., Ypsilanti, (734) 485-0881
You don't have to be a golfer to appreciate the beauty of the back nine at Green Oaks Golf Course. Well-kept fairways, large, undulating greens, and numerous arbors are trademarks at this 33 year-old course. Golfers of all skill levels are challenged by its water hazards, sand traps, roughs, and tough pin placements. Discounts are offered for Ypsilanti Township residents and seniors.
Hickory Creek Golf Course
3625 Napier Rd., Ypsilanti, (734) 454-1850
Hickory Sticks
8753 Pleasant Lake Rd., Ann Arbor, (734) 913-8140
www.hsgolfclub.com
Located just 15 minutes southwest of Ann Arbor, Hickory Sticks sprawls over 180 acres of rolling meadows, dense forests, lush wetlands, several ball-eating ponds, and HILLS … lots and lots of hills. One of the most scenic courses in the area, Hickory Sticks gives you the hills and views of a Northern Michigan course right here in Ann Arbor.
Hickory Woods
5415 Crane Rd., Ypsilanti, (734) 434-4653
Hudson Mills Metropark Golf Course Golf Course
4800 Dexter-Pinckney Rd., Dexter, (734) 426-0466
www.metroparks.com
This 6,560-yard, well-maintained, 18-hole golf course is very scenic and challenging. A unique feature is two wooded, back to back par fives. Beer, wine and a snack bar are available at the clubhouse. Reduced rates for Jr. & Sr. golfers available M-F. Call to book a league or group outing.
Huron Hills Golf Course
3465 E. Huron River Dr., Ann Arbor, (734) 971-6840
Thomas Bendelow originally designed Huron Hills in 1922. The course is set on a beautiful rolling and wooded site with views of the Huron River. Huron Hills is one of the few walking-only courses in Michigan, creating a peaceful environment. The course is unique at par 67, and small greens make scoring a challenge.
Lake Forest Golf Club and Practice Center
3110 W. Ellsworth Rd., Ann Arbor, (734) 994-8580
www.lakeforestgc.com
Conveniently located 1.5 miles south of the I-94
Ann Arbor Saline Road exit, Lake Forest Golf Club & Practice Center has earned the reputation as Ann Arbor's favorite public golf destination through our commitment to consistently offering a quality experience for each and every on of our guests.
Leslie Park Golf Course
2120 Traver Rd., Ann Arbor, (734) 994-1163
www.a2gov.org/golf
Leslie Park is a challenging championship golf course set in the rolling hills of northeast Ann Arbor. Recent renovations by Arthur Hills have improved the course with new bunkering, tees, and several new greens. Michigan Golfer
magazine has rated Leslie Park as the 16th best public golf course and a top 10 municipal course in Michigan.
Pierce Lake Golf Course
1175 South Main St., Chelsea, (734) 475-5858
www.ewashtenaw.org
Located west of Ann Arbor, Pierce Lake Golf Course offers a challenging journey over hills, through woods, and around wetlands. This municipal course is highlighted with large undulating greens and accommodates all levels of golfers with five sets of tees.
Pine View Golf Course
P.O. Box 971158, Ypsilanti, (734) 481-0500
www.pineviewgc.com
Conveniently located between US-23 and I-94, Pine View’s 27-hole golf course gives players the enjoyable experience and beautiful illusion of playing on a traditional northern Michigan course. Spread over gently rolling fairways and through areas of majestic and mature white pines, Pine View gives even the best player a challenging round of golf.
Putt N Glow Recreation Center, LLC
3900 Jackson Road, Suite 3, Ann Arbor, 734-222-1720
www.puttnglow.net
18 HOLE INDOOR MINI-GOLF COURSE WITH PARTY ROOMS AND ARCADE.
Putterz Family Entertainment Center
2675 Washtenaw, Ypsilanti, (734) 434-2838
www.putterz.com
A family entertainment center featuring 3-outdoor 18 hole miniature golf courses, outdoor batting cages, a video arcade and snack bar. Open mid March thru November 1.
Reddeman Farms Golf Club
555 S. Dancer Rd., Chelsea, (734) 475-3020
www.reddemanfarms.com
Reddeman Farms Golf Club boasts a 6,525 yard challenging layout in a peaceful country setting just west of Ann Arbor. We also feature a full service restaurant, pro shop and practice range. Our staff will gladly coordinate your golf outing and banquet needs. We are also available for meetings, receptions and parties with a seating capicity of 180.
Rolling Meadows
6484 Sutton Rd., Whitmore Lake, (734) 662-5144
Rustic Glen Golf Club
12090 W. Michigan Ave., Saline, (734) 429-7679
www.rusticglen.com
The “new” Rustic Glen golf course is 18 holes of challenging fun for everyone. Located on US-12 in the wide-open spaces of rural Washtenaw County, Rustic Glen is at the gateway to the Irish Hills. The course meanders over the hills and through the peaceful countryside. With four sets of tees, golfers of all skill levels can enjoy Rustic Glen.
Stonebridge Golf Club by Arthur Hills
1825 Clubhouse Dr., Ann Arbor, (734) 429-8383
www.stonebridgegolfclub.net
Stonebridge Golf Club, a daily fee 18-hole
championship golf course offers varying terrain, strategically placed bunkers, and natural use of existing wetlands and wooded areas. Stonebridge offers a challenge for any golfer. A driving range, practice green, pro shop, and lessons will help you complete your golfing experience.
University of Michigan Nichols Arboretum
Washington Hgts. @ Nichols Dr., Ann Arbor, (734) 647-7600
http://sitemaker.umich.edu/mbgna
The Arb, near U-M hospital and downtown, offers trails, riverfront, and peony and lilac gardens.
Waterloo Recreation Area
17030 Bush Rd., Chelsea, (734) 475-8307
The largest state park in the lower peninsula. At more than 20,000 acres, the park offers 12 miles of interpretive nature trails and 47 miles of hiking trails.
Chelsea Tree House
320 N. Main St., Chelsea, (734) 475-1555
www.thechelseatreehouse.com
The Chelsea TreeHouse is an awesome adventure destination located in Chelsea, Michigan. We offer a 1,200 square foot climbing and play structure with five slides, a toddler area, swinging bridges, and of course, a huge Tree House!
Argo Park
1055 Longshore Dr., Ann Arbor, (734) 668-7411
22-acre park along the Huron River features nature trails, fishing, canoe rentals, and boat launch.
Buhr Park
2751 Packard Rd., Ann Arbor, (734) 971-3228
42-acre park featuring outdoor swimming pool, Cobblestone Farm, ice skating, in-line skating facility, play area, tennis courts, softball diamonds, and restrooms.
Cavanaugh Lake
On Cavanaugh Lake Rd., Chelsea, (734) 971-6337
parks.ewashtenaw.org
2-acre park with pavilion, children's play area, pit toilets. No swimming in lake.
County Farm Park
2230 Platt Rd., Ann Arbor, (734) 971-6337
parks.ewashtenaw.org
127-acre park featuring a variety of walking trails, 18-station parcour excercise trail, children's discovery play area, picnic pavilions, and perennial display garden.
Delhi Metropark
3902 E. Delhi., Dexter, (734) 426-8211
53-acre park 5 miles northwest of Ann Arbor, along the Huron River. Picnic shelters, canoe rental, and restrooms. Metropark vehicle entry permit required. For canoe rentals, 769-8686.
Dexter-Huron Metropark
6535 Huron River Dr., Dexter, (734) 426-8211
Heavily wooded 122-acre park with picnicking facilities along the Huron River. Play equipment and baseball diamond. Three picnic shelters are available and can be reserved. Metropark vehicle entry permit required.
Ford Lake Park
9075 S. Huron River Dr., Ypsilanti, (734) 544-3800
110 acres and a half-mile of shoreline on Ford Lake. Fishing, boating, picnic shelter, handball and tennis courts, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing trails.
Frog Island Park
Rice St. @ Cross St., Ypsilanti, (734) 483-7272
5-acre park featuring walking/bicycle paths, soccer field, and amphitheater.
Fuller Park
1519 Fuller Rd., Ann Arbor, (734) 994-4263
60-acre park featuring soccer fields, play structures, outdoor water slide, pool, sand volleyball courts, and restrooms.
Gallup Park
3000 Fuller Rd., Ann Arbor, (734) 662-9319
69-acre park featuring nature trails, picnic area, play areas, concession stand, canoe, rowboat and paddleboat rental, boat launch, and fishing.
Hudson Mills Metropark
8801 N. Territorial Rd., Dexter, (734) 426-8211
1,549-acre park has an 18-hole golf course, disc golf courses, picnic areas, swings and slides, softball diamonds, hike-bike trail, nature trails, river fishing, and canoe rental. Popular destination for canoeing and kayaking. Metropark vehicle entry permit required.
Independence Lake
3200 Jennings Rd., Whitmore Lake, (734) 449-4437
parks.ewashtenaw.org
A 395-acre park featuring a spray zone water playground (open Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day), 192-acre natural lake, sandy beach, row boat rentals, boat launching area, fishing (wheelchair accessible pier), picnic area and pavilions, children's play areas, walking trails, observation tower, interpretive signs, natural areas and nature programs, concession, restrooms. Winter activities include ice-fishing and groomed x-c ski trails. Park entry fee.
Montibeller Park
4305 Ellsworth Rd., Ann Arbor, (734) 996-3056
52-acre park includes softball fields, tennis courts, 1-1/2 mile nature trail, playgrounds, sledding hills, bathrooms, and picnic shelters.
North Bay Park
1033 S. Huron Rd., Ypsilanti, (734) 544-3800
Hiking trail on edge of Ford Lake with shelter and playground.
Osborne Mill Preserve
East of Delhi Rd., Ann Arbor, (734) 971-6337
parks.ewashtenaw.org
A 39-acre nature area along the Huron River. Walking trails, no facilities.
Park Lyndon
N. Territorial Rd., Manchester, (734) 971-6337
A 335-acre park and nature preserve featuring hiking trails (part of the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail), picnic pavilions, play area and pit toilets. Diversified landscape rich in natural areas.
Parker Mill
4650 Geddes Ave., Ann Arbor, (734) 971-6337
A 27-acre park featuring a water park, 18-hole disc golf course, walking trails, wetland boardwalk, interpretive signs, picnic area and restrooms. The mill is functional and open for tours on weekends in September and October. Group tours available by appointment anytime. Mill restored by Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation in 1984.
Recreation Park
1017 Congress, Ypsilanti, (734) 483-7272
Outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, baseball fields, picnic shelter, tables and grills, playground, and restrooms.
Riverside Park
Huron & Cross Sts., Ypsilanti, (734) 483-7272
14-acre park featuring shelter, picnic areas, walking paths, bicycle trail, fishing, and restrooms.
Rolling Hills Park & Water Park
7660 Stony Creek Rd., Ypsilanti, (734) 484-9676
A 363-acre park featuring a water park, 18-hole disc golf course, walking trails, picnic areas and pavilions, field slides, lazy river and spray playground (open Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day). Winter sports include a sledding hill and groomed x-c ski trails. Park entry fee. Water Park fee.
Sharon Mills Park
5701 Sharon Hollow Rd., Manchester, (734) 222-9098
This scenic 6-acre site on the Raisin River was most recently used as a winery. The mill was constructed in 1835 and restored by Henry Ford in the 1930s. It is listed on the state and national Register of Historic Places. It is currently being developed to provide a museum and interpretive programs, fishing, picnicking, and canoeing opportunities.
Veterans Memorial Park
2150 Jackson Rd., Ann Arbor, (734) 761-7240
Swimming pool and water slide, ice skating rink, batting cages, softball diamonds, picnic shelters, sledding hill, play equipment, and tennis courts.
Waterloo Recreation Area
17030 Bush Rd., Chelsea, (734) 475-8307
The largest state park in the lower peninsula. At more than 20,000 acres, the park offers 12 miles of interpretive nature trails and 47 miles of hiking trails.
West Park
215 Chapin St., Ann Arbor, (734) 994-2780
Tennis and basketball courts, baseball and softball diamonds, picnic shelters for rent, play areas, restrooms, and an outdoor bandshell.
Planet Rock
82 Aprill Dr., Ann Arbor, (734) 827-2680
www.planet-rock.com
A full day of adventure for the whole family! One of the biggest indoor climbing gyms is North America. A professionally trained and experienced staff combined with five story tall walls make climbing at Planet Rick an experince you won't forget.
Ann Arbor Ice Cube
2121 Oak Valley Dr., Ann Arbor, (734) 213-1600
www.a2ice3.com
2 NHL-size rinks, 1 Olympic rink, pro shop, fitness center, restaurant, drop-in hockey, open ice skating, party packages, arcade, banquet facilities for up to 100.
Arctic Coliseum Ice Arena
501 Coliseum Dr., Chelsea, (734) 433-4444
www.arcticcoliseum.net
Two NHL size rinks, pro shop, drop in hockey, open ice skating, figure skating, party package, arcade, restaurant/bar/banquet facility - open fall 06, complete professional hockey instruction on ice, off ice, weight training.
Buhr Park Pool & Ice Arena
2751 Packard Rd., Ann Arbor, (734) 971-3228
Drop-in roller and ice hockey and special times for children (seasonal). sk8 Park, outdoor, in-line skating/skateboard park.
Veterans Memorial Park Ice Arena
2150 Jackson Rd., Ann Arbor, (734) 761-7240
Regulation-size rink of 85’ x 200’ with spectator seating for 3,000. Snack bar, coin-operated lockers, and storage units. Hockey and skating accessories available in the Pro Shop.
University of Michigan Stadium
1201 S. Main St., Ann Arbor, (734) 647-2583
View the nation's largest college-owned stadium, capacity 107,501. Enter at gate 9. Open Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm except during home games.
Yost Ice Arena
1000 S. State St., Ann Arbor, (734) 764-4600
www.umich.edu/yost
Yost Ice Arena (6,894 capacity) is the home of University of Michigan Hockey Team. Open July-April, offers regular public skating and learn to skate opportunities.
Ann Arbor YMCA
350 S. Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor, (734) 663-0536
20-yards long with 3-foot, 90-degree pool.
Chelsea Community Hospital Health and Fitness Center
14800 E. Old US 12, Chelsea, (734) 475-4100
Includes a 25-meter lap pool, warm-water therapy pool, and complete fitness center.
Eastern Michigan University Club Pool
West Circle Drive, Ypsilanti, (734) 487-1338
www.emich.edu
25-yard long pool.
Eastern Michigan University Michael H. Jones Natatorium Pool
Olds-Robb Student Recreation Center, West Circle Drive, Ypsilanti, (734) 487-1338
www.emich.edu.
50-meter pool.
Mack Pool
715 Brooks St., Ann Arbor, (734) 994-2898
25-yard pool with attached children’s pool.
Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center
2960 Washtenaw Ave (corner Platt Road), Ann Arbor, (734) 971-6355
parks.ewashtenaw.org
6,000 square feet, 25-yard heated pool offers lap swim (4 lanes) and leisure areas. Pool is wheelchair accessible. Recreation center also offers weight rooms, fitness machines, 1/12 mile track and gymnasium.
University of Michigan Central Campus Recreation Building
401 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor, (734) 763-3084
25-meter pool.
University of Michigan Intramural Sports Building
606 E. Hoover, Ann Arbor, (734) 763-3562
25-meter pool.
University of Michigan North Campus Recreation Building
2375 Hubbard, Ann Arbor, (734) 763-4560
25-meter pool.
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