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Northern Exposure Experience
Within seconds of entering Highland Recreation Area, you’ll know why Edsel Ford nicknamed this property a “Nerve Retreat”!
It begins with a soothing drive and the realization that city life is truly left behind. Give in! It’s time to surrender and enjoy the nearly 6,000 acres of majestic rolling hills and all its related beauty!
Natural Qualities · Striking views from Oakland County’s highest natural hill · 721 acres of National Natural Landmark designation · Jens Jensen landscape design throughout the Haven Hill area · A recipient of the American Society of Landscape Architects “Centennial Medallion Award” · Abundance of wildlife (from snapping turtles to white tail deer) · Extensive variety of flora and fauna · Common & not-so-common bird species (from owls to vultures)
Goose Meadow · Edsel Ford’s 69 acre Haven Hill Lake · Cedar Creek Dam · Fishing · Hiking Trails · Picnic shelter* w/water & electricity · Volleyball · Softball
Crown V Ranch · Horse Rentals (basic lesson included) · Weddings & Parties · Youth Groups · Hayrides · Private lessons
Equestrian · Scenic Riding Trails · Staging Area w/ample parking, water, grills & picnic tables
Teeple Lake · Beach & changing/restrooms · Fishing & boat launch · Two large picnic shelters* w/grills & tables · Hiking Trails · Volleyball & horseshoe pits · Teeple Hill scout camping
Additional · Rustic campground (equestrian-ready) · Bass Lake Lodge rental cabin (one of our finest state park cabins!) · Dodge #10 picnic shelter* w/kitchen, restrooms and fireplace · Mountain biking trails · Dog Trial areas · Cross country ski · Ample parking for school & tour buses · Hotel accommodations & dining are within 10-15 minutes
*For picnic shelter and Bass Lake Lodge reservations please call 248-889-3750. For rustic camping reservations please call 800-44-PARKS. |
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A visit is literally a “day in the park” |