Independence Oaks

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2023 Free Entry Days

On Oakland County Parks Free Entry Days, visitors can enjoy free daily park entry with access to trails, dog parks, playgrounds and fishing spots. Free Entry Days in 2023 are scheduled for the following dates:

  • Nov. 11 - Veterans Day
  • Nov. 23 - Thanksgiving Day
  • Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve
  • Dec. 25 - Christmas Day
  • Dec. 31 - New Year’s Eve

Free Entry Days Flyer

Archery Hunting

Archery hunting for white-tailed deer (with some limitations) is allowed in this park, hunting locations and rules are listed in the individual park archery maps. No parks allow firearm hunting.

Locations where archery hunting is also allowed:

  • Addison Oaks County Park
  • Highland Oaks County Park
  • Lyon Oaks County Park.
  • Orion Oaks County Park
  • Rose Oaks County Park

About

Independence Oaks is the largest Oakland County Park at 1,286 acres. Wint Nature Center offers interactive exhibits, interpretive programs and Scout Badge Days. Camp Wilderness, a youth group overnight camping area, features platform tents and a modern bathhouse. Recreation amenities include: 12+ miles of natural and paved trails; a swimming beach; archery range; volleyball courts; and boat launch (non-motorized boats). In winter, cross-country ski equipment is available for rent, depending on staff availability and amount of snow. Twin Chimney Shelter provides a sweeping view of 68-acre Crooked Lake and is popular for outdoor wedding ceremonies and receptions. Independence Oaks-North is the only Southeast Michigan park with a Catch and Release Special Designation by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Anglers can portage and launch canoes, kayaks or other non-motorized boats. No vehicular boat launch is provided. Independence Oaks-North is open for archery deer hunting in the fall.

Interactive Map

Printable Map

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