Huron Valley Trail System (South Lyon Rail-Trail):
Michigan
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Description:
From the Trail Website: The South Lyon segment of the Rail Trail is a portion of the Huron Valley Trail System which is a multiple community project to provide over 10 miles of environmentally compatible trailways through existing greenway corridors in southwest Oakland County, Michigan.

The Huron Valley Trail will connect Wixom to Milford Township, Lyon Township and the City of South Lyon. The Trail will also provide connections to the Lyon Oaks County Park on Pontiac Trail and to Kensington Metro Park and Island Lake State Recreation Area. In addition, this trail project will connect to other trails and trail initiatives through out Oakland County and Southeastern Michigan.

The Huron Valley Trail is located in one the fastest growing regions in the state, within a one hour drive of over four million people in the Detroit area.

Partial funding of the million dollar project has come from the federal government, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the local community.
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Mzkitty
By MZKITTY on April 24, 2010
I absolutely love this trail. I live in South Lyon, off 11mi and Milford Rd, so I have a variety of choices, for starting points, and directions, depending on what type of ride im desiring. I enjoy the variety of views, from covered canopy to the open areas past businesses and residences. I can ride to Wixom, Island Lake or Kensington. For safety reasons, I am pleased that they put the flashing lights at the Grandriver crossing (in New Hudson). If I need to run to Walmart, for something small. Biking is a good alternative. And that crossing use be a problem sometimes. But, most drivers dont know that they are suppose to stop when the lights are flashing. From and avid bike rider, I say thank you and keep up the good work!!
Huron valley Trail
By simondoug on February 15, 2010
I ride this trail several times a week. The overall trail is nice and an easy ride. I typically take the trail from Wixom to Kennsington to ride the hills. Such a great workout. The overall condition of the trail is great. The brush is typically cut back so you don't have to manuver around shrub growth. A great trail for all ages.
South Lyon Rail-Trail
By cadavelier on August 04, 2009
My wife & I ride this trail all the time. We start at our home in Milford Twp., ride sidewalks through Wixom then onto the trail and into South Lyon, about 25 miles round trip. Beautiful trail that is pretty well maintained. Nice & flat with only one hinky road crossing at Pontiac Trail, you really have to watch cars coming around the curve from west to east.I would have to disagree with the reviewer complaining about the brush being cut back. It certainly makes it a nicer ride not having top swerve or duck all the foliage hanging over the trail.
Late September haze along the trail
Trail Facts
Trail End Points: South Lyon to Kensington, Wixom City limit
Counties: Oakland
Trail Length: 10 miles
Trail Category: Rail-Trail
Trail Surfaces: Asphalt
Trail Activities: Bike, Inline Skating, Wheelchair Accessible, Mountain Biking, Walking, Cross Country Skiing
TrailLink ID: 6016221

Related Links
Guidebook: Learn more about other Midwestern rail-trails in RTC's Midwestern Guidebook.