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  • Top 2024 Outdoor New Year's Resolutions to Accomplish near Detroit

    Paddle the Entirety of the Huron River National Water Trail Proud Lake State Recreation Area to Lake Launching at the headwaters of Proud Lake, the official water trail route guides paddlers through several of the Detroit region's idyllic parks and quintessential trail towns along the journey to Lake Erie. These include the Milford Trail, Highland State Recreation Area, Hickory Glen, Proud Lake State Recreation Area/the Kensington Connector, and Island Lake State Recreation Area.

  • Top 10 New Year's Resolutions to Accomplish in Detroit's Outdoors

    Paddle the Entirety of the Huron River National Water Trail Proud Lake State Recreation Area to Lake Launching at the headwaters of Proud Lake, the official water trail route guides paddlers through several of the Detroit region's idyllic parks and quintessential trail towns along the journey to Lake Erie. These include the Milford Trail, Highland State Recreation Area, Hickory Glen, Proud Lake State Recreation Area/the Kensington Connector, and Island Lake State Recreation Area.

  • #TrailTuesday: Conquering the Pontiac Lake Mountain Bike Trail Loop

    Pontiac Lake was what really got me into it." "This trail's great, but Pontiac Lake is just another level. and Lake St. finally completing the journey past Lake St. From Maceday Lake, multi-sport outdoor enthusiasts can easily pair a Saturday on Pontiac Lake Recreation

  • Trail Beers: The Ultimate Drinking Guide to Detroit's Outdoors

    illegal to possess or consume alcohol in the following locations: Brighton Recreation Area: Bishop Lake Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area Pinckney Recreation Area: Rented shelters in the Silver Lake and Halfmoon day-use areas, as well as within .25 miles of Pickerel Lake day-use area Proud Lake Recreation Area: Seven Lakes State Park William C. Recreation Area (except for rented picnic shelters) Maybury State Park Pontiac Lake State Recreation

  • #TrailTuesday: Exploring Island Lake's Hickory Ridge Trail

    along the beach at Kent Lake. The history of Island Lake is objectively fascinating. out at Kent Lake is always a sight for travel-weary eyes. Lake's winter wonderland. mile highlight reel of Kent Lake's southern shoreline.

  • The Potawatomi Trail: Rediscovering Detroit's First Backpacking Loop

    as you take in the panoramic views of Silver Lake. DAY 1: Silver Lake Trailhead to Blind Lake Campground Mileage: 10.8 miles Elevation Gain: 1,207 ft. EXPLORE THE CROOKED LAKE TRAIL WITH EXPEDITION DETROIT! DAY 2:   Blind Lake Campground to Silver Lake Mileage:  6.9 miles Elevation Gain: 876 ft. The 1.3 miles between Blind Lake and Dead Lake are some of the most densely forested stretches of the

  • Discover Detroit's Best Fall Hike: Pinckney's Crooked Lake Trail

    Now let's get to one of Pinckney's crown jewels: the Crooked Lake Trail. as you take in the panoramic views of Silver Lake. To minimize the siren call of Silver Lake, we recommend parking as close to the Crooked Lake Trail's is the 0.4 miles of hiking along the northern shore of Pickerel Lake. EXPLORE THE CROOKED LAKE TRAIL WITH US THIS FALL!

  • Expedition Essentials: The Ultimate Guide to Canoe Camping

    Clair River, Lake St. Clair, the Detroit River, and Lake Erie. Its 104-mile trail, spanning from Proud Lake State Recreation Area in Oakland County to Lake Erie Metropark Seven Lakes State Park | Michigan The "Seven Lakes" of Seven Lakes State Park may have morphed into 230 acres of water also provide ample opportunities to explore Dickinson Lake, Spring Lake, and and Sand Lake.

  • The Attack on Michigan’s Right to Bike (and how you can fight back)

    the trail and facility maintenance that the equestrian community has provided at beloved destinations like Maybury State Park, Proud Lake Recreation Area, and Kensington Metropark.

  • #TrailTuesday: Exploring Brighton's Secluded Kahchin Trail

    Would I have enough time to kayak and hike at Island Lake? Maybe Proud Lake has thawed enough for a paddle to Milford? Are Alpine Valley or Mt. Lake campgrounds constituting the park's two "rustic" camping options. While most hikers arrive to Bishop Lake's shores looking to conquer Penosha, Brighton's most beloved EXPLORE ISLAND LAKE'S YELLOW TRAIL WITH EXPEDITION DETROIT!

  • Embrace the "Hygge" Life: Discover Detroit's Cozy Outdoor Comforts this Summer

    Island Lake Recreation Area . Proud Lake State Recreation Area . For a quieter escape, Palmer Park offers scenic trails and peaceful lakes. Lake St. Clair Metropark . Inland Lakes . For a more secluded experience, try one of the many inland lakes around the area.

  • Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout November 2023

    Hear a Hoot along a Special Owl Hike November 10th | Lake St. Clair Metropark | 7 p.m. Fortunately for all of us, the team at Lake St. The event will include a guided hike through Lake St. ENJOY A GUIDED HIKE WITH US AT PROUD LAKE RECREATION AREA FOR NATIONAL HIKING DAY! 7. November: Highland Recreation Area (November 4th), Bald Mountain Recreation Area (November 11th), Island Lake

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