Does the price of gas have you rethinking vacation plans? Save time and gas with a close-to-home "day-cation" at the Oakland County Parks!

4th of July Fireworks Turn your fireworks outing into a day-cation! Come early to enjoy the beach, boat rentals, hiking trails and playgrounds. Pack a picnic then top off the day watching the spectacular fireworks display.  Fireworks will be done at Addison Oaks on July 4 and at Groveland Oaks on July 5.

Oakland County Fair Fair fun combined with close-to-home travel savings make the Oakland County Fair a perfect day-cation destination. The Fair runs July 8 13, but Thursday, July 10, is free entry day for those with a 2008 Oakland County Parks vehicle permit! In addition to spending the day with animals, exhibits, carnival rides and games, Oakland County Parks will feature -- free of charge -- the inflatable Obstacle Course, Tropical Maze, Climbing Tower, Mini-bouncer, Dino slide, and Puppet Show on July 10. Click www.oakfair.org for events, dates and times.

Splash and $ave at Red Oaks and Waterford Oaks Waterparks Spend a summer day-cation at the waterpark!  Admission includes unlimited use of all attractions! Buy a Wave$aver Family Fun Pack online and get 10 entry passes at a savings of $20 - $34. Can't come early in the day? Take advantage of a Double Dip (two-for-one admission), and join the family after 4 p.m. Monday Thursday at Waterford Oaks Waterpark only (offer is for equal or lesser value).

S t r e t c h your getaway with an overnight camping "stay-cation" at Addison Oaks and Groveland Oaks. Oakland County Parks award-winning Campground Recreation program features themed weekend events with live bands, karaoke, recreation units and more! Get $10 off your visit (limit one coupon per 14-day stay).