State: MI Length: 1 miles Surface: Asphalt
State: MI Length: 2 miles Surface: Asphalt
This multi-use trail will eventually run from the Detroit River to Eight Mile Road roughly following the original route of the Conner Creek. The primary completed section runs from the Detroit City Airport to Harper Avenue along the west side of Conner Avenue.
Rail-Trail
State: MI Length: 2 miles Surface:
About a quarter of Litchfield's Firemans Park Trail, or approximately one-half mile, lies on an abandoned rail line. At one point, the trail passes through Fireman's Park, which has primitive restrooms, playground equipment, and fishing piers. The rest of the trail meanders through city owned property, in some places adjacent to the St. Joe River. The trail's terrain varies between wetlands, ponds, closed and recovering municipal lagoons, residential areas, and older growth woodlands. At the southern end of the trail there is a small lake. There are several benches along the way.
State: MI Length: 0 miles Surface: Dirt
These trails are maintained in part by volunteers of the Michigan Mountain Biking Association (MMBA).
State: OH Length: 20.13 miles Surface: Asphalt, Crushed Stone, Dirt, Grass, Gravel, Woodchips
NOTE:This, and all trails in Hancock County, are closed during hunting season, September 1 to January 31. Segments running through Findlay are not closed. Hancock County's Heritage Trail runs for more than 20 miles from Heritage Trail Center off US 224 west of Findlay and Litzenberg Memorial Woods east to Van Horn Cemetery, southeast of the city of Findlay. The trail mostly follows the course of the Blanchard River and offers scenic views through wetlands, woodlands, and open space. The route passes through the heart of Findlay, where it is also called the Old Mill Stream Parkway and the Blanchard River Greenway (locals recommend traveling west to east). Most of the surface is dirt, gravel, and grass but some portions through the city are paved. Outside of the city, the trail parallels roads. Yellow trail markers with black directional arrows lead the way. The Heritage Trail connects parks, historic sites, neighborhoods, recreation areas and downtown businesses.
State: MI Length: 13.60 miles Surface: Asphalt, Crushed Stone
The Huron River Greenway (a.k.a. the Border-to-Border Trail) stretches from the Barton Nature Area north of Ann Arbor south toward town, mostly following the course of the Huron River. The trail crossed the river several times on its way to the campus of Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti. Here the trail ends for a few miles but picks up again in south Ypsilanti near Interstate 94. It continues south along the north shore of Ford Lake to North Hydro Park in Rawsonville. The multi-use trail is a popular recreational and commuter route, linking neighborhoods, colleges, parks, hospitals, businesses and other facilities. The trail offers scenic views through a wooded suburban corridor.
State: MI Length: 33.20 miles Surface: Asphalt
The I-275 Metro Trail began back in the 1970s as the Michigan Department of Transportation's response to the then-fuel crisis. The original trail linked Wayne, Oakland and Monroe counties along a 40-mile paved route that ran parallel to Interstate 275.
State: OH Length: 2.36 miles Surface: Asphalt
The International Park Rotary Trail circles International Park along the east bank of the Maumee River in East Toledo. The trail runs between the Main Street bridge and Navarre Avenue, where it loops back to the park's north end. You can also see the Willis Boyer Museum Ship Freighter.
State: MI Length: 7 miles Surface: Asphalt, Ballast
The beginning of the River Raisin Greenway already exists on the old railroad bed starting at Trestle Park in Adrian and ending at Occidental Highway near Tecumseh. Known as the Kiwanis Trail, the seven mile stretch has an asphalt surface paid for by the City of Adrian and the Kiwanis. The cities of Adrian and Tecumseh, the village of Clinton and all of the townships in between, as well as Bridgewater Township in Washtenaw County, have each signed an inter-local agreement that facilitates coordination of the efforts for the River Raisin Greenway Project. Residents in the Manchester area are also exploring ways to have the study extended further up the River Raisin. Once the plan is completed it can be used by any of the participating communities to apply for a grant for a specific section of the greenway and will likely include a continuation of the Kiwanis Trail into Tecumseh. It will take years to implement, but if there is a will there will be a new way from Adrian to Manchester on foot or bike. For more information contact Mark Gasche in the Adrian area, 517-263-2161; Pat Sorise in the Tecumseh area, 517-423-5602; or Jan Pittman in the Clinton area, 517-456-4837.
State: MI Length: 4 miles Surface: Crushed Stone
The Lower Rouge River Recreation Trail closely follows the river for 4 miles through the town of Canton on the western outskirts of Detroit. The compacted crushed stone pathway includes eight wooden pedestrian bridges over the river that provide lovely views. Most of the trail is heavily wooded.
State: MI Length: 4 miles Surface: Dirt
Maybury State Park can be explored on foot, bicycle, horseback or cross-country skis. Maybury's "working farm" is open all year for visitors to explore life on an early 1900s family farm. In terms of mountain biking, half of the trail is fast and moderately hilly. The other half is tight/winding single track. The mountain bike trail is closed from December 15 through April 15 and signs state that the park closes at dusk. This 4 mile loop is a great place to practice your spinning, not to mention your technical skills on sudden, short climbs and winding singletrack. These trails are maintained in part by volunteers of the Michigan Mountain Biking Association (MMBA).
State: OH Length: 15.40 miles Surface: Crushed Stone, Dirt
The North Coast Inland Trail through Huron County is just one segment of a system of trails in the North Coast Inland chain. Other segments include Lorain County, Sandusky/Ottawa counties and the Wabash Connector. The trail passes among hardwood forests, crosses several rivers and offers wide views in some areas. The trail follows part of the former Toledo, Norwalk & Cleveland Railroad (later New York Central's Norwalk Branch), which is being converted to trails across northern Ohio. The Huron County segment is managed by Firelands Rails to Trails, an all-volunteer, non-profit group. The trail is continuous between Bellevue and the Norwalk city limits (9.5 miles) with the exception of a brief jaunt where the Peru Center Road grade crossing in Monroeville is used to cross the active rail line that this section of the trail closely parallels. East of Norwalk more than 4 miles of trail are open in the Collins area. A further extension west of State Route 601 toward Laylin Road will begin construction in 2013. When complete, the Huron County section of the North Coast Inland Trail will join other segments under construction in Lorain and Sandusky counties. Connection to the Sandusky County segment is currently available via a marked road route through the City of Bellevue. For the latest trail updates, visit Firelands Rails to Trails.
State: OH Length: 26 miles Surface: Asphalt, Cinder
NOTE: Although other segments of the North Coast Inland Trail may permit equestrians, this segment does not. This portion of North Coast Inland Trail, managed by the Sandusky County Park District, includes 23.25 miles of paved trail from Elmore to Bellevue, through the towns of Lindsey, Fremont and Clyde. This section of the developing 65-mile North Coast Inland Trail is divided into two segments: Elmore to Fremont and Fremont to Bellevue, which are connected via a marked road route along the city streets of Fremont, which if included brings the trail's total length to 28 miles. The corridor is open all year and is plowed during winter, making cross-country skiing prohibitive in this segment. The 12.75 miles from Park Avenue in Fremont through Clyde to the west edge of Bellevue serves up a slice of corporate America (Whirlpool and Heinz have factories here) with a heaping side of down-home Ohio countryside. Most of this section is a rail-with-trail, with an active rail line paralleling your path. Begin in Fremont at the corner of Park and Hayes Avenues, just more than 0.5 mile east of the Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center and Library, or at Roger Young Park on Front Street, which connects to the main trail via a paved riverside path. A beautiful bicycle and pedestrian bridge carries you to the east bank of the Sandusky River. In the early spring when walleye run the river, you will see eager fishermen in the waters below. If Fremont triggers memories of hotdogs and french fries, blame it on the familiar fragrance wafting on the breeze from the Heinz Ketchup factory. Just 1.5 miles into the trip you reach the picnic shelters, ball fields and playground in Biggs-Kettner Memorial Park. The park is the main access point for the trail and the site of the Fremont Community Recreation Complex. Refill water bottles or take a shade break beneath the many mature trees. If you are starting here, you have the option of heading west to the Sand
State: OH Length: 1.90 miles Surface:
As of late 2012, only 1.9 miles of this planned 14-mile trail is complete. This segment will eventually link the North Coast Inland Trail and the Wabash Cannoball Trail. Currently, there is a bike lane between Millbury Road in Millbury, via Ayers Road, and Drouillard Road, where the on-road path intersects the exisiting trail. The Wabash Connector runs north—south along the west side of Drouillard Road, connecting Lake Township Park and downtown Walbridge.
State: OH Length: 1.40 miles Surface: Asphalt, Dirt, Grass, Woodchips
The Oakwoods Trail system runs through a 155-acre nature preserve bordering Interstate 75 southwest of downtown Findlay. The preserve features a small lake, woodlands and meadows. The trails form three main loops, and a small section occupies an abandoned rail bed. The park has fishing (handicap accessible), picnicking, wildlife viewing and a discovery center.
State: MI Length: 5 miles Surface: Crushed Stone, Gravel, Sand
The trails include some hardpack surface, some sand traps and wet areas (the part that goes around a pond) and, as it's a former gravel pit, there's some bluffs with a good climb, some log jumping, and several stretches of tight switchbacks. These trails are maintained in part by volunteers of the Michigan Mountain Biking Association (MMBA).
State: MI Length: 26 miles Surface: Dirt
A paradise for backpackers, mountain bikers, anglers and other recreation enthusiasts, this 11,000-acre park is known for its extensive trail system and chain of excellent fishing lakes. Twenty-six miles of hiking trails are open to mountain biking, with access to five hike-in campsites along the trails. The park is connected to the 46-mile Waterloo-Pinckney Trail, the longest hiking trail in lower Michigan. Also, 10,000 acres of the park are open to hunters during designated seasons. These trails are maintained in part by volunteers of the Michigan Mountain Biking Association (MMBA).
State: MI Length: 20.10 miles Surface: Asphalt
For most of its 20 miles, the Rouge River Gateway Greenway parallels Edward N. Hines Drive through several western suburbs of Detroit: Northville, Plymouth, Livonia, Westland, Garden City, and Dearborn. It begins near the Dearborn campus of the University of Michigan and continues northwest along the Middle Rouge River through several parks. Along the way, it offers a diverse mix of views, including the river, woodlands, prairie, small lakes, and urban settings.
State: OH Length: 13 miles Surface: Asphalt
The mileage slips by on the Slippery Elm Rail-Trail as you take in the flat, fast and scenic northwest Ohio countryside. The 13-mile paved path runs south from Bowling Green through the small town of Rudolph and finishes in North Baltimore. Its half-marathon length is ideal for runners in training, and the smooth surface is a joy for cyclists and inline skaters. Between Rudolph and the southern endpoint, expansive agricultural landscapes offer the quiet charm visitors have come to expect from this area of the country. Start at the Sand Ridge Road Trailhead in Bowling Green and head south. After 1 mile the trail ducks under US Route 6. When you emerge on the other side the urban surroundings melt away and the countryside takes over. With a keen eye and light foot (or wheels), you may catch sight of red-tail hawks, white-tail deer, red squirrels or the many birds found here. Be sure to take note of the unique terrain: as far as the eye can see the land here—as in much of northern Ohio—is as flat as a pancake, thanks to the glaciers that moved south through Ohio, leveling everything in their path. This area used to be the Great Black Swamp, but by the mid-1800s the swamp was drained, leaving the rich, fertile farmland that now yields corn, soy beans and livestock. As you pass through the small village of Rudolph you will encounter arguably one of the best signs you will ever see on a rail-trail: "Welcome to Rudolph, the Deerest little village in Wood County." There are restrooms and a trailhead in the village. After Rudolph you are about halfway along the trail. The southern half is extremely rural and quiet, with serene country vistas all the way to North Baltimore. At the endpoint there is a very nice playground and small park, a nice place for a picnic. Here, if you like, you can turn around and head back to Bowling Green. If you do return to Bowling Green, be sure to take the time to explore this small college town. Bowling Green State Unive
State: MI Length: 3 miles Surface: Asphalt
When completed, the Southwest Detroit Greenway will provide a continuous link from the historic Fort Street Bascule Bridge through the vibrant multi-ethnic business district of West Vernor to connect with Detroit's West RiverWalk. Portions of this trail will include bike lanes.
State: OH Length: 9.10 miles Surface: Crushed Stone, Dirt
For much of its 9-mile length, the Towpath Trail traces the scenic Maumee River, paralleling US 24 (at some distance), on the southwestern outskirts of Toledo. It traverses three parks as it follows the former Miami & Erie Canal (circa mid-1800s). Along the way, you will be treated to a peaceful, tree-lined route dotted with historical sites, such as an old mill in Grand Rapids at the southern end of the trail. The pathway has a crushed stone and dirt surface and can be rough in some places.
State: OH Length: 6.30 miles Surface: Asphalt
The University-Parks Bike-Hike Trail is a 6.3 mile paved multi-purpose trail that is suitable for walking, jogging, inline skating and bicycling. The trail is also suitable for wheelchair users. The trail extends between King Road in Sylvania and the University of Toledo. The University-Parks Bike-Hike Trail connects with Wildwood Preserve Metropark, Ottawa Park and Franklin Park Mall.
State: OH Length: 63 miles Surface: Asphalt, Cinder, Crushed Stone, Dirt, Grass
The Wabash Cannonball Trail in northwest Ohio is actually two trails in one: the north fork runs east–west for 46 miles and the south fork makes up the balance of this 63-mile trail. The trails converge in the eastern city of Maumee then jackknife away on their separate routes. Both trails begin at Jerome Road within sight of Fallen Timbers Shopping Center. Don't be confused by the sign labeled "Wabash Cannonball Trail North Fork"; just 0.25 mile west, the South Fork breaks off to the left while the North Fork continues straight. By following the bicycle and pedestrian bridge over State Route 24, you can visit the Fallen Timbers State Memorial (recognizing the 1794 battle that helped open the Northwest Territory) and Side Cut Metropark, an off-shoot of the Miami and Erie Canal. The first 9.5 miles of the North Fork are nicely paved. This section travels through Oak Openings Metropark. Several bridges cross small creeks, marshy wetlands and deeper ravines before the pavement ends and the smooth paved trail gives way to crushed stone, grass and dirt for the remainder of its length, with the exception of 2 paved miles in the town of Wauseon. Before you reach Wauseon, though, the trail follows an on-road section at County Road 11. For most users this is the unofficial end of the trail. To navigate around this closure, turn north on County Road 11 for 0.2 mile then west on County Road F for 2 miles before turning south on County Road 13 for another 0.2 mile. The trail appears again on the right. Back on the trail you come to the town of Wauseon. Rotary Park on the right-hand side of the trail offers parking, restrooms and plenty of shade. The South Fork is a beautiful trail about 17.5 miles long through western Lucas County. The first 10.5 miles are paved and a fun, flat and fast ride. The final 7 miles are similar to the unpaved section on the north fork. The crushed-stone section is best suited to walkers, equestrians and hybrid and fat-tired bikers
The West Campus Bicycle Path is a 1 mile trail that has an asphalt surface. It is located in Ypsilanti. The trailheads are located at Eastern Michigan University. For more information please contact Eastern Michigan University at 313-487-4194.