Contact Information
Red Oaks Nature Center
30300 Hales St.
Madison Heights, MI 48071
30300 Hales St.
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Register online for Nature Education programs
Connect with the natural world through exciting indoor and outdoor nature programs, interactive displays, captive animal exhibits, educational health and wellness opportunities at Red Oaks Nature Center in Madison Heights or Wint Nature Center within Independence Oaks County Park in Clarkston.
A variety of programs are open to the public and appointment-based services are available to serve families, adults, children, school groups, homeschool students, scout groups, and more.
Call 248-858-0916 during business hours to register and pay by phone. VISA, MasterCard, Discover and American Express are accepted.
Register in person at the Red Oaks or Wint nature centers or at the parks office, 2800 Watkins Lake Road in Waterford during regular business hours. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted.
Register online anytime.
Red Oaks and Wint nature centers have American Sign Language interpreters available during specific programs as noted on the Nature Education Program Schedule. Please call Red Oaks Nature Center at 248-585-0100 or Wint Nature Center at 248-625-6473 for more information.
Braille is included on animal displays at the nature centers.
Need an interpreter or accommodation? Please let our staff know!
Date:
10/15/2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMLyon Oaks
Join Oakland County Parks staff for informative, scenic hikes during the TrailBlazers Hiking Series from 6-7 p.m. at Lyon Oaks County Park & Golf Course. This hiking series offers a chance to stretch your legs on a one-hour guided hike during a Fall Color Tour. Enjoy the fall splendor and discover the science behind why leaves change colors
The TrailBlazer Hiking Series is an affordable, enjoyable way to squeeze fitness into your busy schedule by being able to socialize, get in your steps and learn new facts about the natural world all in one exciting hour-long program. Hike with a friend or meet new people on the trails.
The series costs $10. Preregistration is required. Call 248-858-0916 or register online.
Register for the Trailblazers Hiking Series
30300 Hales St.
Madison Heights, MI 48071
248-585-0100
NatureEducation@oakgov.com
Tuesday-Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday: Noon-5 p.m.
9501 Sashabaw Road
Clarkston, MI 48348
248-625-6473
NatureEducation@oakgov.com
Thursday-Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday: 1-5 p.m.
Memorial Day-Labor Day extended hours:
Tuesday-Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday: 1-5 p.m.
30300 Hales St.
Madison Heights, MI 48071