The park contains the historic Inwood Trail System, which passes through diverse habitats including marshes, forests, and prairies.
Stony Creek Lake was formed by the damming of Stony Creek, a tributary of the Clinton River.
The park features a specialized mountain bike skills course for varying levels of experience.
It is part of the Huron-Clinton Metroparks system, spanning multiple counties in Southeast Michigan.
The park provides specific nesting platforms for osprey, which can be viewed from select shoreline locations.
Stony Creek Metropark is a 4,435-acre recreational site centered around the 500-acre Stony Creek Lake. The park features an 18-hole disc golf course and an 18-hole regulation golf course. Visitors can access over 6 miles of paved trails and extensive unpaved mountain biking paths. The park includes two swimming beaches, Baypoint Beach and Eastwood Beach, which are seasonally operational. Winter activities are supported through groomed cross-country ski trails and a sledding hill. The park serves as a hub for both terrestrial and aquatic wildlife, including deer and waterfowl observation. The Nature Center provides educational programming and features live animal exhibits. A boat launch facility is maintained for motorized and non-motorized watercraft on the lake.
The elevated boardwalks overlooking the wetlands on the west side of the lake.
Download the trail map before arrival, as cellular service can be inconsistent in wooded sections.
Visit the Nature Center first to check current wildlife viewing conditions and trail closures.
Rent watercraft at the Eastwood Beach boat rental facility during summer months to access the quieter coves of the lake.
Attempting to swim in non-designated areas, as lake currents and depths vary significantly.
Beaches and boat rentals operate on a seasonal basis, typically from late spring through early autumn.
Leash laws apply to all pets; dogs are strictly prohibited on designated swimming beaches.
