Oakland County To Close Waterparks For 2020 Season

OAKLAND COUNTY, MI — Oakland County Parks and Recreation has announced its waterparks will be closed for the 2020 season.

The department said Red Oaks Waterpark in Madison Heights and Waterford Oaks Waterpark in Waterford will not be open due to concerns surrounding the coronavirus.

"Social distancing cannot be achieved by swimmers in a wave pool or other water attractions," the department said in an online announcement. "Oakland County Parks and Recreation made this decision with input from the Oakland County Health Division."

Guests who have already purchased 2020 Waterparks Season passes for either waterpark can retain their passes for the 2021 season, the county said. A full refund can be obtained by calling (248) 858-0916 or contacting rpsreservation@oakgov.com.