Climb Through the Treetops at this New Playground in Clarkston

The beloved wooden playground at Bay Court Park has received a major nature-themed face lift.

A new treehouse playground at Bay Court Park is officially open for playtime! 

Bay Court Park’s beloved wooden playground has been replaced by a nature-themed play space, complete with a two-story treehouse structure and wooden accents that pay homage to the park’s original playground. 

Quick details about Bay Court Park

Bay court park playground
Photo credit: Independence Township

The new playground sits on pour-in-place surfacing, an accessible, non-slip material that makes the playground safer and welcoming for kids of all ages and abilities. 

Bay court park playground
Photo credit: Independence Township

Bay court park playground
Photo credit: Independence Township

Bay court park playground
Photo credit: Independence Township

A dedicated play area for tots and sensory play features are great for little ones. Older kiddos can spend the day challenging themselves on the ninja course, scaling the treehouse and soaring on the swings. 

The new playground is the park’s main draw for families, but there are a few other ways to enjoy family time in the outdoors at Bay Court Park. Go for a swim, try a new sport and more with these kid-friendly activities at Bay Court Park. 

More things to do with kids at Bay Court Park

  • Cool off at Bay Court Beach, a small beach on Greens Lake. 
  • Take a short nature walk on a quarter-mile long woods trail. 
  • Try your hand at disc golf. The park has a nine-hole frisbee golf course that disc golfers of all ages and abilities can enjoy. Be sure to bring your own discs! 
  • Host an event by renting a picnic pavilion, gazebo, community room or private indoor event space.

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Nikki Roberts
Nikki Roberts
Nikki Roberts is the assistant editor on the Metro Parent team. She is always on the lookout for the coolest and trendiest new attractions, restaurants and events for metro Detroit families. Her newsletters, online family guides and exciting digital content keep families informed on all the latest happenings around town.

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