Construction in Our Parks

Due to ongoing construction, Catalpa Oaks County Park is currently closed. It is expected to open in late summer, although there will continue to be intermittent closures to allow for turf growth. Improvements being made include:

• Paved parking lot
• An additional picnic shelter
• Improved accessible pathways
• Playground expansion

Improvements at Red Oaks Park focus on nature exploration and connections to community. Projects include a newly configured parking lot with improved stormwater retention, new playground and tot garden, hammocks, sledding hill and restroom building with attached shade structure and porch swings. The park is anticipated to reopen mid- to late-summer.

Southfield Oaks Nature Area  is being transformed into a nature area with pedestrian pathways that weave throughout the newly restored landscape, gathering/seating areas and trailside interpretive stations that include amenities to relax or play.

The new Cattail Cove section of Waterford Oaks County Park will feature an expanded playground, new pavilion and an adult fitness area. This section of the park is currently closed and is slated to reopen in late 2026.

Please see the construction map below for details about trails and park areas that are closed or re-routed.

Visit the Waterford Oaks Construction Project webpage for additional details about improvements coming to the park. For more information, call 248-858-0906.