West Bloomfield Township, MI, known as the Lake Township of Oakland County, features 24 lakes and nearly 600 acres of parks, making it a haven for outdoor attractions. Cass Lake and Pine Lake, both with country clubs, are central to the community's lifestyle. Marsh Bank Park, one of the top parks, offers over 80 acres of recreation, including playscapes, ball fields, a nature trail, fishing pier, and a sledding hill. Other notable parks include Bloomer Park and Drakes Sports Park, which features a skate park, basketball court, and tennis courts. The township is committed to environmental preservation, exemplified by the West Bloomfield Woods Nature Preserve. The West Bloomfield School District is highly rated, with Roosevelt Elementary School, West Bloomfield Middle, and West Bloomfield High School all receiving high marks for their academic and extracurricular programs. Housing options range from affordable fixer-uppers to luxurious waterfront homes, with styles including ranches, split levels, colonials, and townhouses. Shopping and dining are concentrated along Haggerty in Commerce Township and Orchard Lake Road, offering a variety of stores and cuisines. While the township lacks public transit and walkable areas, major highways like M-5, Telegraph, and Interstate 696 are accessible within a few miles. Community events such as Food Truck Tuesdays, the annual Heroes Appreciation Breakfast, and the Orchard Lake Fine Art Show foster a strong sense of community engagement.
