Welcome to the City of Wixom Park Page. Below you will find valuable information regarding our 7 vibrant Parks that enhance the quality of life for all citizens!! Most Parks connect to our Wixom Trail System and are easily accessible by car, foot, bike, skate, etc.  Visit our Parks today and look for upcoming Park events and activities sponsored by the City of Wixom Parks and Recreation Department. Step up to health- It starts in Parks!!

PARK INVENTORY                                                         

 

CIVIC CENTER PARK- 49015 PONTIAC TRAIL
Wixom Civic Center Park in the heart of the downtown contains the City Offices,  Police Department, Public Library, Parks & Recreation and the Community Center. The Community Center provides activities for senior citizens and community classes. The Center hosts a variety of community events and is also available to rent for special engagements to include business meetings, weddings, showers, etc. Outdoor recreational facilities include a play structure, basketball, picnic tables and a plaza with a jetted fountain. Area also boosts free wireless internet access.

 

GIBSON HISTORICAL PARK-49805 Pontiac Trail
The 6 acre historic site acquired in 1995 hosts recreational opportunities while preserving a relic from Wixom's past. The park includes a farmhouse built in 1872. Upgrades to the property have transformed facility to a multipurpose facility that host senior citizen and teen activities. Features boost a community garden, horseshoe pits, benches & picnic tables for relaxing,   multi-purpose field and a pathway connection to Lyon Oaks Park.

 

GILBERT WILLIS PARK- 2199 Chickasaw
Acquired in 1976, the 46 acre park offers a variety of recreational opportunities. Enjoy basketball, inline skating, softball, horseshoes, fitness trail, tot lot, grills, pavilion and gazebo. Pavilion and ball fields may be rented for your special occasion. Park features open space, acres of woods and rolling hills.

 

GUNNAR METTALA PARK-645 Mettala Drive
Park is in the east central region of Wixom is compromised of 65 acres. Gunnar Mettala Park offers: nature study areas, playground, soccer fields, youth ball diamond, sand volleyball, basketball, inline skate area, tennis court,  fitness trails, grills and a  picnic pavilion. Pavilion may be rented for your special occasion.

 

MACK PARK- 113 Wixom Road
Mack Park is a quaint 0.2 acre Park that boosts a gazebo & benches at the corner of Wixom and Pontiac Trail. Offers a spot for formal and informal social opportunities for visitors of the downtown and those traveling along the City's bike path system.

 

SIBLEY SQUARE PARK- 48900 Pontiac Trail
Wixom's newest Park, located in the heart of the Village Center Area across from the Civic Center. Features open space, benches and a performing arts pavilion. Pavilion is a covered, outdoor bandstand for musical & theatrical performances. Offers informal and formal social opportunities for visitors of the downtown & those traveling along the City's bike bath system.

 

WIXOM HABITAT PARK- 1135 Wixom Road
Wixom Habitat Park is a 292 acre nature preserve located at Wixom and Potter Roads and is home to a variety of fauna, flora and wildlife. This environmentally sensitive area is protected from the loss of wetlands occurring in other parts of the area.  Phase I has been completed with a grant from the DNR and includes 800 feet of boardwalk and 2,685 feet of walking paths, a viewing platform at East Gallager Lake, and a paved parking lot with 26 spaces connecting to the citywide bike path. Future plans include additional trails, viewing platforms and an interactive nature education center.

ADDITIONAL PARK PROGRAMS AND INFORMATION
PAVILION & BALL FIELD RENTAL:
	Pavilion Rental Fee:     $125 per day     $100 Security Deposit Required     (Refundable after event) Ball field Rental Fee:     $25 per field per day
Pavilions may be rented at Gilbert Willis Park, Gunnar Mettala Park and Sibley Square for your special occasion. Contact Community Services at 248-624-2850 for more info.
Park Rental Policies- click here
Park Pavilion Application- click here
BRICK & BENCH DONATION PROGRAM Click here to view Memorial Gift Program Brochure-PDF File
PARKS & RECREATION CITIZEN INTEREST SURVEY
Please complete survey to assist us in evaluating our recreational services, programs and facilities. Survey also assists us in planning and prioritizing the City's recreational needs. Submit via: mail, fax, walk-in, email.
Click here for Parks & Recreation Citizen Interest Survey
FALL TRAIL TREKKERS PROGRAM Get out and enjoy the spectacular fall colors right here in the Wixom Parks. Log a total of 10 hours of walking and receive a free t-shirt or ball cap. Pick up your log at Parks & Recreation counter or download log from website www.cityofwixom.com. Click here for your Trail Trekker Log.
MISCELLANOUS INFORMATION
Directions to Parks during I-96 & Wixom Road Construction 2008
Park Inventory Spreadsheet
Park Inventory Photos & Aerials
Civic Center Park
Gibson Historical Park
Gilbert Willis Park
Gunnar Mettala Park
Mack Park
Sibley Square Park
Wixom Habitat Park
TRAIL INFORMATION
Click here to view Wixom Trail & Parks Map
Click here to view the Oakland County Trail Page
Click here for the Oakland County Trail System Map