Oakland Towship lies north of Rochester and is the choice for those who want a more laid-back lifestyle with rolling hills and a country feel. It has a long history and was one of the original 25 townships in the Territory of Michigan when counties were further divided into townships in 1827
A grist mill and mill race was built on Paint Creek in 1835. Later named Goodison Mill, it operated for more than 100 years before being dismantled in the late 1940s. The former site of the mill is the current location of Paint Creek Cider Mill, which is home to the Oakland Township Parks and Recreation, among other offices and a year round Cider Mill/Restaurant.
1500+ Acres of Preserved Parkland & Trails
Including Bear Creek Nature Park (107 ac), Marsh View Park (96 ac), Lost Lake Nature Park (58 ac), Draper Twin Lake, Carpenter Lake, Gallagher Creek, and more
Bear Creek Nature Park
ADA limestone trails, boardwalks, observation decks, playground, pavilion, ice rink, sled hill
Marsh View Park
Archery range, athletic fields, basketball court, pavilion, scenic overlooks, trail loops
Lost Lake Nature Park
Wooded trails, a lake with sled hills, warming shelter, upcoming ADA dock and pier
Paint Creek Trail (8.9 mi)
Crushed-limestone trail for hiking, biking, horseback riding, connects to Rochester & Lake Orion
No municipal pools, but robust alternatives:
Sled hills and warming shelter at Lost Lake
Seasonal ice rink at Bear Creek Nature Park
Archery and athletic fields at Marsh View
Trail access for walking, biking, skiing year-round
Nearby Dining in Rochester Hills & Rochester:
La Collina Ristorante Italiano, Papa Joe’s Market, Village of Rochester Hills mall eateries
Paint Creek Cider Mill Restaurant: Local landmark offering cider, bakery items, indoor/outdoor seating
Oakland Twp Parks & Rec Programs:
Nature walks, fitness & wellness, arts, archery, summer camps for all ages
Annual Events:
Music in the Meadows (summer concerts), Goodison Good Tyme (fall festival), Winter Carnival
Pavilion & Facility Rentals:
Bear Creek, sled hill, archery, kayaking, camping, geocaching, large-group permits
Library Service: Provided via contracted Rochester Hills Public Library
Rural‑suburban feel: Charter township (36.7 sq mi) with scenic rolling meadows, wetlands, woodlands, and low-density development
Real Estate Mix: Estate homes on spacious lots, traditional and modern custom builds, plus ranches and cabins—median home price ~$807K, household income ~$188K, 96.5% homeownership
Outdoor-Loving Demographic: High trail usage, equestrian access, boating/fishing lakes, five golf courses (e.g., Wyndgate), and a disc golf presence via nearby Kensington Metropark
School Districts: Rochester Community Schools (majority), with parts in Lake Orion & Romeo districts; includes Baldwin Elementary (Goodison)
Youth Camps & Programs: Oakland Twp offers summer camps, archery, sports, workshops for ages 1–18
Location: Northeastern Oakland County—borders Rochester Hills, Orion Township, Addison Township, Macomb County
Commute & Access: Primarily car-dependent via Adams, Rochester, Collins Road and I‑75/696 corridors; Detroit is ~35 mi away
Trail Connectivity: Paint Creek Trail and county trail connections support bike commuting and recreation
Sam and SK Group have the experience to help a wide range of clients from first-time buyers to multi-property investors. We recognize the uniqueness of each situation and strive to provide a personalized approach to meet the needs of each client.
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400 S. Old Woodward Birmingham, MI 48009
