Last updated October 4, 2026 · ranked from 1,022 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 10 parks in and around Pontiac, MI, led by Aaron Perry Park, Beaudette Park and Rotary Park. Together they have 1,022 Google reviews; LaRocksta Park has the highest Google rating on the list at 5.0. Every place on the list is in Pontiac, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
A baseball field, children’s play area and playground swings give Aaron Perry Park its mix of recreation options. Located at 353-403 Edison St in Pontiac, MI, it earns the No. 1 spot with these family-relevant amenities, a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. The park welcomes children, with both the play area and swings providing options beyond the baseball field. A Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 from 56 reviews adds support to its placement.
Sports courts, playground equipment and picnic facilities earn Beaudette Park the No. 2 spot among parks in Pontiac, MI. At 786 Orchard Lake Rd, it combines a baseball field, basketball court and tennis courts with slides and swings for children. Picnic tables and a barbecue grill support meal-centered visits, while free parking, a public restroom and wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance add practical conveniences. Dogs are welcome, and daily hours run from 7 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Its Google rating is 4.1 from 368 reviews.
Slides, swings and picnic tables give Rotary Park on Wesson St a practical mix for family outings in Pontiac, MI. It earns rank 3 for pairing a children’s play area and picnic space with useful access features: a free parking lot, wheelchair-accessible parking and a wheelchair-accessible entrance. Dogs are welcome, so visits with a pet are another option. Its Google rating of 4 out of 5 from 180 reviews adds support to those listed amenities.
A wheelchair-accessible entrance and a welcome for both children and dogs give Cherry Lawn Park practical appeal for different groups of visitors. This park in Pontiac, MI earns the No. 4 spot with those documented features and a Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 from eight reviews. Listed hours run from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day, giving visitors a consistent window for planning an early outing or an evening visit.
Picnic tables give Neighborhood Park on Perkins St a practical reason to stop for an outdoor meal in Pontiac, MI. Its suitability for picnics, along with a welcome for children and dogs, earns it the No. 5 spot as an option for family outings that can include a pet. Listed hours are open 24 hours daily, allowing flexibility when planning a visit. The park has a Google rating of 3.9 out of 5 from 36 reviews.
Recurring arts and music events give LaRocksta Park its defining role among public gathering places in Pontiac, MI. At 31 N Saginaw St, the park serves as a central hub for downtown festivals, including the bi-weekly Pontiac Art Walk & Pontiac Music Walk. That connection to community activity earns it the No. 6 spot. It welcomes children and dogs, lists wheelchair-accessible parking, and is open 24 hours daily. Its 5-star Google rating comes from three reviews.
Welcoming both children and dogs, Lakeside Park earns the No. 7 spot for practical features that support visits with family and pets. The park at 198 Lakeside St in Pontiac, MI has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. Listed hours are open 24 hours every day, offering flexibility when planning a stop. Its Google rating of 3.9 stars from 27 reviews adds a measure of visitor feedback to these documented amenities.
A children’s play area, permission to bring dogs, and a wheelchair-accessible entrance give Charlie J Harrison Jr Park its place at No. 8. Located at 537 University Dr in Pontiac, MI, the park offers a specific draw for families planning a visit with kids while also welcoming canine companions. Its Google rating of 4.2 from 12 reviews adds to the case for inclusion. Together, these features make it a useful option for a local park outing.
A children’s play area with playground slides gives North Kiwanis Park a clear reason for its No. 9 spot among parks in Pontiac, MI. Located at 775-839 Stanley Ave, the park welcomes both children and dogs. Its daily hours of 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. allow for morning visits or time at the playground later in the day. These practical features support its inclusion, alongside a Google rating of 3.8 out of 5 from 54 reviews.
Lake access and varied recreation earn Pontiac Oaks Park its No. 10 spot among parks in Pontiac, MI. Formerly Hawthorne Park, its 77 acres include mature trees, nature areas and shorelines along Creger Lake and Upper Silver Lake. A dock and boat launch support kayaking, canoeing and fishing, while an 18-hole disc golf course, horseshoe pits and playground offer options on land. Picnic tables, grills, modern restrooms and free on-site parking provide practical amenities for a day at the park.
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
How we ranked this list
Each park is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Pontiac category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Which parks in Pontiac, MI have playgrounds with slides and swings?
Beaudette Park, Pontiac Oaks Park, Rotary Park and Shirley & Willard Park all have playground areas with both slides and swings. Beaudette Park and Pontiac Oaks Park also have public restrooms and free parking lots.
Where can I go kayaking, fishing or play disc golf in Pontiac, MI?
Pontiac Oaks Park at 1400 Telegraph Rd has water access for kayaking, canoeing and fishing through a dock and boat launch along Creger Lake and Upper Silver Lake. It also has an 18-hole disc golf course. Daily hours are 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Which parks in Pontiac, MI are useful for picnics?
Beaudette Park and Pontiac Oaks Park have picnic tables, grills and public restrooms. Neighborhood Park on Perkins St and Rotary Park on Wesson St also have picnic tables and are listed as suitable for picnics. Neighborhood Park is open 24 hours daily.
Which parks in Pontiac, MI welcome dogs?
Dog-welcoming parks include Beaudette Park, Pontiac Oaks Park, Rotary Park, Neighborhood Park, Lakeside Park, Cherry Lawn Park, North Kiwanis Park and Shirley & Willard Park.
Which parks in Pontiac, MI have wheelchair-accessible facilities?
Pontiac Oaks Park has a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restroom and seating. Beaudette Park, Aaron Perry Park, Lakeside Park and Rotary Park have wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking. Cherry Lawn Park also has a wheelchair-accessible entrance.
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