St. Clair County Parks and Recreation Commission

05/27/2026

Be sure to stop by our booth at this year's Blue Water Sturgeon Festival for some park swag and summer event information at St. Clair County Parks!

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. As you gather with family and friends or find peace in nature this weekend, take a moment to reflect and give thanks. 🇺🇸

The St. Clair County Parks Office will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. All park facilities will remain open during regular business hours.

05/22/2026

Memorial Day Weekend is here, and the beach is officially OPEN at Fort Gratiot County Park! 🌊☀️

With over 850 feet of beautiful Lake Huron shoreline, this park is the perfect place for swimming, sunbathing, and relaxing by the water. Located just 9 miles north of Port Huron, it’s a quick getaway with big summer vibes! ⛱💦😎

🚗 Reminder: There is a $20 parking fee for out-of-county visitors at Fort Gratiot County Park. There is no fee for St. Clair County residents with proof of residency.

Stay safe, stay cool, and soak up the summer with St. Clair County Parks this Memorial Day Weekend! 🇺🇸

As a reminder, the opening date for the Goodells County Park Splashpad has been postponed. Please check back for updates.

05/21/2026

🛤️ Trail Thursdays 🛤️

A big thank you to the Trail Blazers Adopt-a-Trail group for their recent cleanup along the Wadhams to Avoca Trail! 👏

On Wednesday, May 6th, five dedicated volunteers helped clean the section of trail between Lapeer Road and McLean Road. The group reported finding very little trash along the route, a great sign that trail users are helping keep our parks clean and enjoyable for everyone!

The Trail Blazers shared how grateful they are to be part of the Adopt-a-Trail Program, and we want them to know how grateful we are for their continued support and volunteer spirit. 💚

Thank you for helping care for our trails and making a difference in the community!

05/20/2026

🦉 Wildlife Wednesdays 🦉

A beautiful Great Horned Owl was recently spotted at Goodells County Park by one of our park patrons! The owl appeared to be a juvenile and was seen peeking through the brush near one of the park trails before taking flight deeper into the woods.

Great Horned Owls are one of Michigan’s most recognizable birds of prey, known for their large yellow eyes, feathered “horns,” and powerful hunting abilities. Juvenile owls can often be seen exploring nearby branches and brush as they continue learning important survival skills from their parents.

A special thank you to Stacey Edwards and her husband Gary for capturing and sharing these incredible photos with us! 📸

Have you spotted wildlife during your visit to our parks? Share your photos with us — you never know what you might discover out on the trails!

05/18/2026

𝙄𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙎𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙝𝙥𝙖𝙙 𝙐𝙥𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙖𝙩 𝙂𝙤𝙤𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙨 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙠

As the Splashpad enters its 21st season at Goodells County Park, it recently underwent a much-needed complete overhaul of its internal components to help keep it running for years to come. Unfortunately, due to shipping delays and backordered parts, the Splashpad will not be open in time for Memorial Day Weekend as it normally is.

We sincerely apologize for this inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete these important upgrades. We look forward to reopening the Splashpad to the public as soon as possible!

Please check back for updates on the reopening date.

05/15/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for the tree planting at North Channel County Park! Volunteers from our planting day sponsor, Keller Williams Platinum, along with community volunteers, helped plant around a dozen native trees through our DTE Tree Grant program. 🤝

These new trees will help beautify the park for years to come while also providing shade, shelter, and important habitat for local wildlife. We appreciate everyone who came out to lend a hand and help grow the future of North Channel County Park! 🌳

05/15/2026

The first phase of the Grasslands Project, forestry mulching, has been completed at Columbus County Park, and all trails are now open. Like and follow us for future updates on this important environmental project.

Trails are open at Columbus County Park as grassland restoration begins, with more invasive species work and volunteer opportunities planned.