Park Facilities
The Recreation Department has three parks for community use, each with children’s playground equipment and picnic sites. Picnic reservations are accepted starting the first business day of January. Only one picnic allowed per household per year. Residents making a reservation must be 21 years of age or older. No Moon bounces, trains, charcoal grills, confetti, port-a-potty’s, bands, or DJs allowed for picnics. Picnics may be reserved from Memorial Day through Labor Day, and must be reserved four weeks in advance, with a minimum of three weeks in advance. Refunds for cancellations are only given if you cancel at least 4 weeks before your scheduled picnic date. **There are no dogs allowed in Johnston or Danbury Park. **Dogs are allowed at Salter Park on a leash, not allowed under shelters or playscape. Please see Harperwoodscity.org for a complete list of park and picnic rules.
Park Fees *(Fees are subject to change)
There is a Fee for picnic reservations. A shelter at Johnston or Salter Park is $100.00. The Pavilion (enclosed building) at Salter Park is $125.00. The fee is due at the time of reservation. Cash or check only.
Financial Assistance Program
The City of Harper Woods believes in providing recreation opportunities to all Harper Woods residents regardless of economic circumstances. For a confidential inquiry, please contact the Recreation Director at 313-343-2560.
Recreation Refund Policy
1. Requests must be submitted in writing to the Recreation Department within the first 2 weeks of the program.
2. No refunds will be given after the second week of class, except under special circumstances, i.e. medical reasons.
3. Refunds will be given in check form through City Hall for amounts over $10.00 or as credit for future recreation registration fees for amounts of $10.00 or less.
To Register:
Register at the Recreation Office or mail in the registration form with payment. Phone reservations not accepted. Make checks payable to: City of Harper Woods