Fun New Splash Pad + Playground at Oxford Park in Berkley

June 17, 2021
Carrie Budzinski
Articles, FREE, NATURE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARKS + PLAYGROUNDS
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The brand NEW splash pad + playground is now open at Oxford Park (formally Merchants Park) in Berkley and it’s the perfect place to cool off this summer with kids.

Playground Details

FREE + open to the public, 1600 square-foot natural splash pad area with sprayers both small and large (turn on by hitting the button at the entrance to the splash pad).
Brand new playground with climbing structures, multiple slides, and swings for both babies and older kids.
Universally designed family restrooms, drinking fountain and water bottle refill station.
Picnic tables, benches and shaded grassy areas for picnics and relaxing.
Public parking is located around the perimeter of the park.
Baseball diamonds, 6 foot wide walkways, and a large grassy area surround the playground.

Nearby Family Destinations

Visit the new play equipment at Berkley’s Kiwanis Tot Lot
Ride a train and play at the playground at Starr Jaycee Park in Royal Oak
Play Miniature Golf at Royal Oak Golf Center
Grab a bite to eat at family-friendly Vinsetta Garage on Woodward Ave.
Cool off with a scoop of ice cream at Clark’s Ice Cream on 12 Mile Rd.

Hours: Splash pad open daily, 11 am – 8 pm, Memorial Day weekend – Labor Day weekend

Address: 2100 Bacon Ave. Berkley, MI 48072

About Ashley Hubbbard-Porter

Ashley Porter is a Chicago native who now calls Birmingham home. Ashley and her husband Mike and son Jake love attending local festivals, exploring Detroit’s diverse food scene, and venturing outside of Metro Detroit to enjoy the natural beauty of Michigan. With a background in Early Childhood Education, Ashley loves connecting with and supporting families in her community, which is why she is so excited to be a part of LittleGuide Detroit.