Explore Royal Oak, Michigan, in an RVshare RV Rental
Royal Oak is a suburb of Detroit with a population of a little over 59,000. Farmers who came here to plant crops and build homes were some of the early settlers. Orson Starr, who came from upstate New York, was the township’s first manufacturer. He became known for manufacturing cowbells and bricks. Starr built a home in 1845 that is still in its original location.
Royal Oak has a constantly evolving cuisine scene with old favorites and new restaurants. Lily’s Seafood is one of the newer restaurants in the downtown area. It brews its own beer and soda. Jolly Pumpkin Restaurant and Taphouse is a brewhouse that serves a variety of ales as well as New York-style pizza and other dishes. If you want to stretch your legs, you can visit some local parks. The Royal Oak Memorial Park has a playground, benches, baseball and softball diamonds, and a pavilion. There is a fee to enter Thelma G. Spencer Park in nearby Rochester Hills, which offers walking trails, swimming, and paddle boats.
When traveling by RV, you should stop at the state and national parks near Royal Oak. They include Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Indiana Sand Dunes National Park, Proud Lake Recreation Area, Highland Recreation Area, and Holly Recreation Area. This city also has a rich history, and you can learn more at local museums.
Cranbrook Institute of Science is a natural history museum with a planetarium and a Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton cast exhibit. During your visit, you can stand under a T. rex, touch a meteorite and visit the observatory. Cranbrook Art Museum has a collection of nearly 6,000 artworks and features exhibitions of modern and contemporary art and design. You can find more places to visit with our Royal Oak Local Guide.
Discover Nearby Towns and City
Madison Heights, Michigan – Madison Heights has a population of around 30,000 and is eight minutes from Royal Oak. It is a small suburb that is 18 minutes from Detroit and has plenty of activities for locals and visitors. Madison Heights is also home to the Red Oaks Golf Course, Red Oaks Waterpark, and 13 public parks.
Ferndale, Michigan – Ferndale is nine minutes from Royal Oak and has a large LGBT community. This city of about 20,000 has 14 public parks that offer different amenities. You can enjoy walking trails, a sledding hill, and a dog run.
Berkley, Michigan – Berkley, with a population of approximately 15,000, is nine minutes from Royal Oak and hosts the annual Berkley CruiseFest Classic Car Parade. It has a small-town charm, and it is a great escape when you want to get away from city life in Detroit. Downtown Berkley has a combination of unique shops, restaurants, and novelties.
Events Near Royal Oak, Michigan
The Detroit Brewsology Beer Fest – Billed as "the boozy hybrid of your middle school museum field trip," this festival occurs in late March and has 30 breweries and 100 beers to sample at the Michigan Science Center.
The Detroit Cup – This April event presented by Detroit Cannabis at the Hart Plaza will celebrate 4/20 with cannabis vendors in attendance. All state laws are followed.
The Psychic & Holistic Fair - This fair in St. Clair Shores takes place in February. It features psychic readings, crystals, shopping, energy healings, and aura photography.
RVshare’s Top Picks for Nearby RV Parks and Campground
Detroit RV parks and campgrounds offer a variety of camping options for campers to connect with nature. Detroit Greenfield RV Park has a 30-acre lake and 212 campsites. Amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, fishing, a swimming beach, and a waterslide.
Harbortown RV Resort is another RV park to visit during your stay. It has 80 pull-thru sites and a choice of hookups, including 20/30/50-amp electric. Haas Lake Park is in the metro Detroit area, with several lakes throughout the property. Campers can also fish, swim, and hang out in the game room.
