Leisure Services Director
Ann Conklin
1150 Canton Center S.
Phone: 734/394-5460
Fax: 734/394-5366

Canton Parks

Canton Township prides itself on providing an excellent system of parks which offer a variety of activities for residents, plus a place for families to gather for picnics and other outdoor activities. Park pavilions, gazebo, and the Amphitheater in Heritage Park are available for rental by community groups and individuals.

The Parks Division has a year-around responsibility for the daily operations of all Canton parks, grounds maintenance for all township buildings and community-owned cemeteries, and operational support for recreational activities and special events. Parks employees provide service and support to other divisions, outside of Leisure Services, as requested.

Cool down at Canton's new Splash Playground located in Heritage Park near Heritage Hideout. Just touch the fire hydrant to start the water fun! Children 12 and under must be supervised by an adult at all times. Water shoes are recommended. Please, no pets in the splash playground.

Lower Rouge River Recreation Trail

Construction of a non-motorized trail system along the Lower Rouge River began in Fall of 2007, in an effort to meet the residential demand for more outdoor recreation and as a joint venture between Canton Municipal Services, Canton Leisure Services, Wayne County, and the Michigan Department of Transportation.

Park Rules

For the enjoyment and safety of everyone using Canton's parks, we thank you for paying attention to the following:

• Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times (and please leave nothing behind...).
• Skateboarding is not allowed in Canton parks for safety's sake.
• All of our parks are open from 8 a.m. from 10 p.m. during the summer.
• Motorized, electrical boats must have Park Superintendent's approval.

County Parks

For information on Huron-Clinton Metroparks, call 800-47-PARKS. William P. Holliday Nature Preserve. This park cuts into the northeast corner of Canton at Koppernick Road, east of the C&O railtracks. 500 acres total, 57 acres in Canton. River Rouge Parkway: Flood plain along the lower Rouge River from Canton Center to Hannan Road. 267 acres, undeveloped.