Waterford is located on the northern outskirts of the Detroit metro area. And, residents of Waterford apartments will tell you that there is plenty of outdoor recreation and entertainment to be had in this Michigan city.

Waterford is part of what is known as the Lakes Area due to its proximity to an abundance of freshwater lakes. Lake Oakland, Maceday Lake, Greens Lake, Williams Lake, Watkins Lake and many more are all within a few miles radius of Waterford's city center. Although, no matter where you find apartments in Waterford, you will only be a short drive away from water. Fishing and other recreational activities take place at these beautiful lakes and the parks that surround them.

Even though you may find yourself living in Waterford apartments just miles away from Detroit, you can still enjoy the great outdoors. Indian Springs MetroPark is packed full of fun outdoor activities. Paved biking and hiking paths are available as well as trails and hills for cross country skiing and sledding. Just because it's snowing outside doesn't mean you can't enjoy the outdoors! But, for those warm days, picnicking and touring the nature center is a great way to spend the day. For more recreation, check out the Pontiac Lake Recreation Area. You'll find a variety facilities and activities from fishing and snow-mobiling to swimming and horseback riding.

You may not be an outdoorsy type person, and that's alright. If you live in Waterford apartments on the western side of town, you will be closer to Auburn Hills which is home to Great Lakes Crossing. Can you imagine 1.4 million square feet of entertainment? Well, this mall is full of retail shops, outlet stores, restaurants and a movie theater to keep you occupied. The mall is a giant circle, so if you walk the entire thing, you will have completed a whole mile.

After such an exhausting shopping experience or day outdoors, check out a few of Waterford's local restaurants to refuel. For a variety of flavors and blends, try Custard Corner. Or if you are looking for something more substantial than ice cream, dine out at Mexico Lindo, or pick up a pizza and breadsticks at Anthony's to take back to your Waterford Apartment.

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