The park occupies the former site of the Walled Lake Casino and Amusement Park, a popular regional destination from 1919 to 1969.
The Walled Lake Casino was once a major stop for Big Band era performers, including Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington.
A brick promenade at the park intentionally replicates the path that formerly led to the amusement park’s entrance.
The park features a memorial monument dedicated to the historical significance of the casino and amusement site.
Walled Lake is one of the largest lakes in Oakland County, with the park offering one of the few public access points to its shoreline.
Pavilion Shore Park is a waterfront park located on the southern shore of Walled Lake in Novi, Michigan. The 11-acre site is built on the historical grounds of the former Amusement Park of the same name, which operated in the early 20th century. The park features a brick-paved promenade, a memorial fountain, and a dedicated pier for fishing. A network of walking paths connects the lawn areas to the shoreline. The park is managed by the City of Novi and provides direct water access. It includes picnic shelters and accessible pathways for visitors. The design incorporates local history through plaques and preserved remnants of the previous amusement site. The landscape is primarily open green space interspersed with ornamental plantings.
The end of the fishing pier looking back toward the shoreline at sunset.
Bring polarized sunglasses to reduce lake glare if you are planning to fish or birdwatch.
Parking spaces near the promenade fill quickly on sunny weekend afternoons; consider visiting mid-week.
The open lawn provides limited shade, so bring sun protection if you plan to stay for an extended period.
Do not attempt to swim in areas not explicitly marked for water entry, as lake currents and depths vary.
Stay on marked paved paths to protect shoreline plantings and observe standard carry-in/carry-out trash policies.
