4 Fall Activities You Can Drive to Near Detroit, MI

Image via Bob Maxey Ford. You don't have to travel far to get from the city streets of Detroit, MI, to some of the region's most beautiful natural areas. Check out our three favorite places to go camping within about an hour from downtown. more 1. Proud Lake Recreation Area This state park is less than an hour away from Detroit at 3500 N Wixom Rd in Commerce Twp. Spanning more than 3,000 acres, Proud Lake Recreation Area offers many miles of trails for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking. You can fish for trout in the Huron River and rent a kayak or a canoe for a relaxing paddle. Proud Lake also has an equestrian day staging area. The park features a modern campground with 130 sites, electrical hookups, a boat launch, a sanitation station, restrooms, and views of the lake and woods. It also has two accessible camper cabins next to Powers Beach by the river. These cabins sleep up to six and have an outdoor deck, fire pit, picnic table, and cooking grill. 2. Maumee Bay State Park Located at 1400 State Park Rd in Oregon, OH, Maumee Bay State Park is on the shores of Lake Erie just over an hour from Detroit. Popular activities here include birdwatching for more than 300 native species and golfing. This park also features family-friendly trails, archery, boating, fishing, a disc golf course, and a nature center, so pile everyone into your Ford Explorer for a fun weekend. The Maumee Bay State Park Campground offers electrical and full hookup sites, some of which allow pets. The large, open campsite area overlooks natural meadows and includes ponds, playground equipment, five miles of multi-use trails, horseshoe pits, a basketball court, and bike rentals. Two beaches allow swimming from Memorial Day to Labor Day. 3. Bald Mountain State Recreation Area You'll find this park just 30 minutes north of Detroit, so it's ideal for a quick getaway. Bald Mountain incorporates some of the region's toughest terrain and includes lakes, trout streams, and an extensive trail system that connects to the rail-to-trail Pollyann Trail and Paint Creek Trail facilities. It has two boat launches and an archery range. The Bald Mountain Shooting Range is also nearby. You can rent one of two rustic cabins that are suitable for large groups. Each sleeps up to 20 people and has a vault toilet, water pump, and wood stove. There's also a fire ring, a grille, and two picnic tables. Consider this park for a family reunion or scouting trip. Find the perfect new Ford for all your adventures today. Visit Bob Maxey Ford in Detroit, MI today to browse our impressive inventory.

Image via Pixabay. Detroit, MI is one of the state's most interesting and exciting cities, with tons of history, lots of things to do, great restaurants, and relaxing parks in and around the downtown area. These greenspaces all offer a nice reprieve from city life, with places to picnic, fish, or simply sit and relax with a nice cup of coffee. Your 2023 Ford Escape Active, with excellent MPG and an intuitive touchscreen display, will get you there in style. more 1. William G. Milliken Park William G. Milliken Park, at 1900 Atwater Street, is a fantastic space near Detroit's Riverwalk where you can see plenty of waterfowl. It's one of the most scenic places in the city and a great place to go to check out the sunset. There are also plenty of amenities, a lighthouse, lots of shady green space to chill out in, and benches dotted all throughout the area. 2. Gabriel Richard Park Gabriel Richard Park at 7650 E. Jefferson Avenue has gorgeous views of Belle Isle, plenty of shaded areas to picnic and relax, and many trails. You'll find a pavilion, magnificent water features, a butterfly garden, bird-watching opportunities, and a massive labyrinth in the middle of the space. You can also go fishing at Gabriel Richard Park without even leaving the city. 3. Roosevelt Park Roosevelt Park, at 2380 Dalzelle Street, is a unique place in Detroit because it's an ample green space that also houses the Michigan Central Station. There are also ongoing events at Roosevelt, lots of on-site parking, and places to sit and picnic. Photographers will want to check out this place to see the unique architecture of the Michigan Central Station. 4. Grand Circus Park Grand Circus Park, at 40 E. Adams Avenue, is conveniently located right in the middle of Detroit's downtown core, and it's a big five-acre area perfect for strolling and picnicking. Thanks to an on-site dog area, you can also feel free to bring your furry friends. One of the best aspects of this place is its proximity to all of Detroit's restaurants and downtown activities, making it the ideal spot to spend the afternoon if you need to unplug and relax in nature. 5. Beacon Park Beacon Park, at 1903 Grand River Avenue, is a charming spot with gardens, a vast green space, and lots of benches to sit and relax. It's in the downtown core, making Beacon the ideal place for all different types of festivals and entertainment. No matter where you are in Detroit, there's bound to be a lovely green space very close by. Stop by and see us at Bob Maxley Ford and find the perfect vehicle to explore all of this wonderful city.

Image via Pixabay. If you're in Detroit, MI and you're eager to pick up your clubs and play a few rounds of golf, you needn't look far. Here are a few must-try golf courses in the nearby vicinity. more Dearborn Golf Course Exactly a hundred years ago, in 1923, Henry Ford ordered the construction of this exceptionally elegant 18-hole course and clubhouse in historic Dearborn. Today, Dearborn Golf Course is one of the most pleasant and attractive courses in Detroit, with a fun, very playable 18-hole course, fine dining, attentive help and service, and many terrific recreational activities. They have excellent fitness and swimming facilities, a junior golfing program, and a jovial country club vibe built on a rich history and a century of tradition. Dearborn Golf Course is located at 800 North Military Street, Dearborn. As a course commissioned by Henry Ford himself, it's the perfect place to bring your new 2023 Ford Escape ST-Line. You'll easily fit your clubs in the generous 34.4 to 37.5 square feet of cargo space behind the rear seats. Red Run Golf Club This large, scenic, meticulously maintained 18-hole course has been rated the best gold course in Detroit by Hour Magazine. It's a gorgeous natural sanctuary in the heart of the city with a tough but fair layout with subtle challenges on each hole, designed by a pair of famous Scottish architects, Tom Bendelow and Willie Park, Jr, over a century ago. They have an Olympic-sized swimming pool, well-kept tennis courts, an excellent restaurant, and a top-notch crowd of cheerful members and staff who give the course a very special atmosphere. Visit Red Run Golf Club at 2036 Rochester Road, Royal Oak. Red Oaks Golf Course This gem of a nine-hole course has a clever layout and a friendly clubhouse. The welcoming staff members take pride in keeping the fairways, greens, tee boxes, and everything else in impeccable condition. Even the bunkers are well-maintained. The clubhouse is modern and clean as well. It's an ideal place for a few friendly rounds with friends on the weekend. You can find Red Oaks Golf Course at 29600 John R Road, Madison Heights. Lakes of Taylor Golf Course This exceedingly popular par-72 championship golf course stretches 7,028 yards from its longest tees and offers a challenge for experienced players and also lots of fun for beginners, who can enjoy lessons with helpful, experienced golf teachers. While golfing, you can appreciate picturesque views from the course, and follow up your game with a delicious meal at the Lake House Grille restaurant. They have a great country club atmosphere and clean, modern amenities. It's a popular venue for weddings, banquets, and other events. You'll find Lakes of Taylor Golf Course at 25505 Northline Road, Taylor. After relaxing with a fun, challenging game at one of these top-notch local courses, visit Bob Maxey Ford. We offer fantastic customer service and a great range of new and used Ford vehicles.