Waterford Oaks Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Waterford Oaks has a special place in the history and service of Oakland County Parks. Residents and neighbors have enjoyed it for generations.

Below are answers to questions you may have about the park, including the waterpark closure and other matters. If you have additional questions, feel free to reach out.

While we recognize change can be difficult, we hope you are as excited as we are for this next chapter in Waterford Oaks' history. With 60 years of experience and access to technologies that could have only been dreamed of in the 1970s, Oakland County Parks is once again in the position to be a leader in recreation innovation by developing cutting-edge facilities that are sustainable, adaptable and resilient to changes in our climate, social trends and resource availability.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Ribbon cutting of the wave pool in the 1970's

Waterford Oaks Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did you close Waterford Oaks Waterpark?

Why did you remove features from the waterpark without replacing them?

Why did you make recent investments in Red Oaks Waterpark and not Waterford Oaks Waterpark?

Are you planning to reopen Waterford Oaks Waterpark at some point?

Are you planning to bring back the refrigerated toboggan run?

Are you planning to remove the BMX track?

Can we build an indoor waterpark at Waterford Oaks or put a dome over the existing wave pool?

If infrastructure is an issue, could you turn the wave pool into a regular community pool to give residents a place to cool off?

Can we create a dog park at Waterford Oaks?

Can we add mountain biking to Waterford Oaks to build on the presence of the BMX track?

Can we have more opportunities for pickleball and other court games?