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ADVENTURE STARTS HERE World-class outdoors. One hour from Downtown Detroit. ​ CHOOSE YOUR EXPEDITION In The Woods On The Water Down The Hill On The Trail On The Hunt START YOUR ADVENTURE join us on our guided outdoor adventures Expedition Detroit proudly offers the largest variety of guided hiking , backpacking , and trail running services throughout southeast Michigan. With trips occurring across 11 state parks, we can't wait to guide you on your next outdoor adventure! BOOK YOUR EXPEDITION a few seconds ago HUNTING Opening Day Checklist for Michigan's 2024 Whitetail Deer Firearm Season Nov 4 ADVOCACY Vote the Outdoors: How the 2024 Elections Could Impact Outdoor Recreation in Michigan Oct 28 ADVOCACY Future of the Outdoor State: Key Takeaways from the 2024 Michigan Outdoor Summit Oct 15 LIFESTYLE Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit remaining in October 2024 ratings-display.rating-aria-label (1) Oct 8 TRAIL TUESDAY SERIES #TrailTuesday: Proud Lake State Recreation Area's NEW "Expedition Loop" Oct 3 HUNTING Hunting Hard Knocks, Pt. 2: Michigan Needs You to Harvest a Doe MOST RECENT ARTICLES Direct from the field to your feed. EXPLORE MORE WORK WITH US We work with industry-leading brands and hometown retailers alike in our mission towards building a better outdoor ecosystem for Detroit. From retailers to influencers, manufacturers to advocates - if your work creates value for Detroit's outdoor community, then we want to work alongside you. our partners To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. LEARN MORE Subscribe to the Expedition Detroit Newsletter! SIGN UP Thanks for submitting - you have been added to our monthly Newsletter subscriber list. We can't wait to see you out there! the Expedition Detroit Official Store Whether you're in the field, at the gym, or on the couch, we have prepared our favorite threads for your next adventure. Under Armour® Men's Polo Price $79.50 Add to Cart Branded Camp Hatchet by Motor City Axe Price $99.99 Add to Cart Deer Camp Hoodie Price $56.00 Add to Cart Branded Camp Axe by Motor City Axe Price $139.99 Add to Cart Crop Hoodie Price $52.00 Add to Cart Columbia Fleece Jacket Price $76.50 Add to Cart Expedition Wine Tumbler Price $21.99 Add to Cart Embroidered Champion Packable Jacket Price $54.00 Add to Cart Organic Ribbed Beanie Price $22.00 Add to Cart Classic Dad Hat Price $26.00 Add to Cart Women’s Cropped Windbreaker Price $54.00 Add to Cart Premium Eco Hoodie Price $62.50 Add to Cart Expedition Fanny Pack Price $32.99 Add to Cart Kids Fleece Hoodie Price $39.50 Add to Cart Essential Sports Bra - Expedition Green Price $39.99 Add to Cart Expedition Detroit Quarter-Zip Pullover Sweater Price $81.00 Add to Cart SHOP FULL STORE About Expedition Detroit READ MORE The Detroit Region: a world-class outdoor destination worth exploring, celebrating, and protecting. That is the core belief of this business, and every aspect of our operations originate from it. ​ Expedition Detroit is your go-to source for original content, guided adventures, and recreational gear for exploring the best outdoor opportunities within an hour's drive of Downtown Detroit. From well-known experiences to hidden gems, top-tier gear to time-tested survivalist tips, volunteer opportunities to recreational advocacy, our sole focus is to support, inspire, and expand Detroit's outdoor community. ​ We can't wait to see you out there. Let's Get Social

WHY EXPLORE WITH US? YOUR RECREATION TIME I S SACRED. We know that you each hour spent on the trail is earned, not given. Here at Expedition Detroit , we aim to reward your hard work with world-class hiking , snowshoeing , backpacking , and trail running adventures led by experienced and passionate guides. OUR EXPERIENCE At our core, each of our guides are local outdoor enthusiasts that have dedicated years of their life t o developing skills in the outdoors. ​ From backcountry trips up north, out west, or around the world, to knowing our state parks like the back of their hands, our guides have the outd oor experience to successfully and safely guide you along each of our featured trails. OUR QUALIFICATIONS Each guide hired by Expedition Detroit has obtained the requisite experience and certifications to professionally, safely, and ethically lead guided trips. Our qualifications include Wilderness First Aid certification, Leave No Trace Awareness certification, outdoor wilderness education , adherence to a Michigan DNR-approved safety plan , and activity-specific accolades . OUR PASSION Adventuring with a local guide means embarking on a journey led by an outdoor enthusiast with an undying passion for the Detroit region's outdoors. Our guides have experienced the transformative power of our great outdoors - the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits obtained only by time spent in nature - and they can't wait to share their local knowledge and passion with you. OUR MISSION The core belief of Expedition Detroit is that our region is a world-class outdoor destination worth exploring, celebrating, and protecting. The entirety of our operations - from our online store to media marketing and now guided services - are aligned with that mission. We are honored to partner with the Michigan DNR as a featured retailer and largest commercial guiding provider in the Detroit region . BOOK YOUR ADVENTURE

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IN THE MEDIA Detroit's world-class outdoors are making international headlines. A few media outlets have noticed our part in that story. NEWS FEATURES Fresh off the press. Hit the Trails with Expedition Detroit Michigan Blue Magazine Fall 2024 Issue CHECK IT OUT It's Never Too Late to Start An Endurance Sport - Or Change it Up Fast Talk Laboratories August 22, 2024 CHECK IT OUT Guided Night Hikes Feature Update All Outdoors Update July 24, 2024 CHECK IT OUT Wild Walk: A Guided Hike with Expedition Detroit Troy City Lifestyle July 2024 Issue CHECK IT OUT The Rise of the Adventure Athlete Fast Talk Laboratories April 6, 2024 CHECK IT OUT Michigan Sees Another Year of Double-Digit Growth for Outdoor Industry Bridge Michigan November 21, 2023 CHECK IT OUT Igniting Passion and Purpose The Tree Line - Heart of the Lakes October 2023 CHECK IT OUT Let's Explore Metro Detroit The Log - Motor City Axe April 27, 2023 CHECK IT OUT PODCAST APPEARANCES We like to talk sometimes too. LET'S CONNECT

WATER SPORTS The Detroit region has water - lots of it. We’re spoiled with our Great Lakes, water trails, islands, inland lakes, marshes, and creeks. Float back here for guides on Detroit's best water trails, paddle gear, retailers, and canoe camping routes. Dan Cooke Sep 18, 2023 5 min read Five Best Ways to Celebrate "Michigan Trails Week" this Month Happy #TrailsWeek, Michiganders! With more than 13,400 miles of trails to choose from, here is our short list of the five best ways to... 0 comments Dan Cooke Jun 27, 2023 7 min read The Detroit Mountains: Exploring the Jackson Interlobate Range Home of the Detroit region's best mountain biking trails, ski runs, backpacking ridges, and hiking gems, this article explores the past... 0 comments Dan Cooke May 26, 2023 8 min read The Rookie's Guide to Triathlon Training in Metro Detroit Part triathlon training guide, part misadventure story, here are the "dos" and "don'ts" of competing in one of the most challenging,... 0 comments Dan Cooke May 12, 2023 7 min read The 5 Best Adventure Challenges to Conquer over Summer 2023 The trees may still be blooming, but Detroit's primetime summer adventure season is just around the corner! As you finish planning which... 0 comments Dan Cooke Mar 29, 2023 10 min read Expedition Essentials: The Ultimate Guide to Canoe Camping The ice has melted. The birds are returning. The sun - knock on wood - is actually shining again. Kayak season has returned to Detroit,... 0 comments Dan Cooke Mar 14, 2023 5 min read The March Survival Guide for Metro Detroit's Outdoor Enthusiasts Is it winter or spring..? Nobody in the Detroit region really knows, especially March. Regardless of this month's conditions, here is our... 1 comment Dan Cooke Jan 7, 2023 12 min read Top 10 New Year's Resolutions to Accomplish in Detroit's Outdoors Happy New Year, Detroit!! Now that 2023 has arrived in full regalia, here are the Expedition Detroit Team's New Year's resolutions,... 0 comments Dan Cooke Dec 30, 2022 7 min read Trail Town Spotlight: The Outdoor Guide to Dexter, Michigan The third installation of our #TrailTownSpotlight series, we're highlighting the best outdoor attributes of Dexter, Michigan. 1 comment Dan Cooke Dec 10, 2022 9 min read Embrace the Dark Pt. II: Essential Night Gear for Nocturnal Explorers Sunset marks the starting gate for a whole new genre of adventure, although with one major caveat: it's dark outside. Have no fear,... 0 comments Dan Cooke Nov 22, 2022 4 min read Introducing #EmbraceTheDark: A New Series on Exploring at Night In honor of the upcoming darkest month of the year surrounding the Winter Solstice, we are launching a new series focusing on the Detroit... 0 comments Dan Cooke Nov 10, 2022 5 min read The Rouge River: Detroit's Greatest Outdoor Exploration Opportunity Once a victim of egregious pollution, Le Rouge's recovering waterways that connect the core of the Detroit region present a... 0 comments Dan Cooke Oct 27, 2022 6 min read Trail Town Spotlight: The Outdoor Guide to Milford, Michigan The first installation of our #TrailTownSpotlight series, we're zeroing in on the specifics of what makes the Village of Milford,... 2 comments RECENT ARTICLES

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EXPEDITION DETROIT STORE FROM THE FIELD TO THE HOMESTEAD , OUR ONLINE STORE HAS THE CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES FOR EVERY PHASE OF YOUR ADVENTURES. SHOP NOW Expedition Detroit Jul 9 7 min read Trail Running Made Easy: A Beginner’s Guide to Ditching the Pavement Leave the pavement behind for running Detroit's pristine natural trails this summer! Here's your crash course into the health benefits,... 0 comments Dan Cooke Jun 24 10 min read What We're Wearing: Expedition Detroit's Top Outdoor Gear Picks for June 2024 ratings-display.rating-aria-label (1) Introducing Expedition Detroit's new #WhatWereWearing series on our favorite outdoor gear for each month! From sport-specific to everyday... 1 comment Dan Cooke Jan 26 10 min read Expedition Essentials: Ultimate Guide to Winter Camping near Detroit Now that Arctic temperatures have retreated north, the Detroit region is in peak condition for winter camping expeditions! Here is our... 0 comments Dan Cooke Oct 20, 2023 7 min read Meet Rucking: The Perfect Trail Sport for Offseason Recreation Born out of military boot camp training, the physical and mental benefits of "Rucking" is taking the recreational community by storm!... 0 comments Dan Cooke Aug 16, 2023 5 min read Expedition Essentials: Trail Running Shoes vs. Hiking Boots One of the most divisive - and impactful - issues of the outdoor community, here we dive into the "Great Trail Debate" on when and why... 2 comments Dan Cooke Jul 10, 2023 6 min read Expedition Essentials: Hammock Camping Gear for Summer 2024 No tent, no problem! Here we provide our #ExpeditionEssentials on the best gear, health benefits, and opportunities in the Detroit region... 0 comments Dan Cooke Jun 16, 2023 4 min read Explore Michigan Backpacking with Chicken Tramper Ultralight Gear In a world where ounces equal pounds - and pounds equal pain - here's why you should treat yourself for peak hiking season this summer... 0 comments Dan Cooke May 26, 2023 8 min read The Rookie's Guide to Triathlon Training in Metro Detroit Part triathlon training guide, part misadventure story, here are the "dos" and "don'ts" of competing in one of the most challenging,... 0 comments Dan Cooke May 2, 2023 7 min read Thru-Hiking the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail, Pt. 2: Crossing the Highlands In honor of Earth Week, we embraced the challenge of thru-hiking the Detroit's region's most rigorous backpacking route: the... 1 comment Dan Cooke Apr 28, 2023 3 min read Expedition Partner Feature: Motor City Axe Timeless. Powerful. Hand crafted in Detroit. It is our privilege to feature Motor City Axe as our first #ExpeditionPartner! We pity... 0 comments Dan Cooke Apr 21, 2023 4 min read Michigan Turkey Hunting Cheatsheet: Guide for Spring 2024 Spring's arrival includes a symphony of bird songs - including the coveted turkey gobble for Detroit's conservationists. Here is... 0 comments Dan Cooke Mar 29, 2023 10 min read Expedition Essentials: The Ultimate Guide to Canoe Camping The ice has melted. The birds are returning. The sun - knock on wood - is actually shining again. Kayak season has returned to Detroit,... 0 comments Dan Cooke Mar 3, 2023 4 min read Battle of the Buckets: The Best Ski Helmets of Winter 2023 There's nothing like an early March snowstorm to remind Detroit that ski season isn't over! If you are looking to hit the slopes for the... 0 comments Dan Cooke Jan 28, 2023 7 min read Winter Trails: Snowshoeing vs. Cross-Country Skiing vs. Snow Hiking Just when any dreams of deep powder days had diminished to a fool's hope, January has delivered with over a foot of snow over the last... 1 comment Dan Cooke Dec 28, 2022 10 min read Expedition Essentials: 5 Basic Skills for Winter Survival In recognition of this winter's inaugural snow storm, this edition of our #ExpeditionEssentials Series focuses on five essential survival... 0 comments RECENT GEAR ARTICLES PREPARE FOR YOUR ADVENTURES How can you best prepare for your next adventure? Visit these featured stores to check out all the latest gear. Blue Birch Outfitters Located in Milford, Michigan VISIT NOW Backcountry Online hub for recreational gear VISIT NOW Patagonia Global Outdoor Outfitter VISIT NOW FIND MORE GEAR

LIFESTYLE A life spent outdoors captures far more moments than a single hike, bike, or paddle. ​ Our Lifestyle articles highlight the full spectrum of the moments that create an outdoor life. Everything from can't-miss outdoor events to camping hacks, date ideas to trail pups, book lists to the latest outdoor survivalist show that we're binging. Dan Cooke Nov 4 Vote the Outdoors: How the 2024 Elections Could Impact Outdoor Recreation in Michigan Elections fundamentally shape the future of outdoor recreation within the Detroit region and across the United States. As Michiganders... 0 comments Dan Cooke Oct 15 Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit remaining in October 2024 ratings-display.rating-aria-label (1) October means that FALL IS BACK IN DETROIT, along with your favorite autumnal traditions, seasonal treats, and the optimal opportunity... 1 comment Dan Cooke Sep 24 Fall 2024 Preview: Top 5 Outdoor Experiences near Detroit this Season Happy Fall, Detroit! These warmer days coupled with crisper nights mean that the BEST RECREATIONAL SEASON for experiencing Detroit has... 1 comment Dan Cooke Sep 6 Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout September 2024 Summer vacations may have ended, but Detroit's primetime outdoor events season for not only September, but the whole year, is just... 0 comments Expedition Detroit Jul 29 Where the Wild Things Grow: Edible Plants for Easy Foraging in Southeast Michigan Welcome to peak foraging season, Detroit! Here's the Expedition Detroit guide on adding some flavor to your hikes by highlighting seven... 0 comments Expedition Detroit Jul 19 Embrace the "Hygge" Life: Discover Detroit's Cozy Outdoor Comforts this Summer ratings-display.rating-aria-label (1) Cozy yurts. Relaxed forest bathing. Bountiful farmers markets. Welcome to the Hygge life, Detroit! Just in time for another beautiful... 1 comment Eric Reilly, DO Jul 1 Tick, Tick, BOOM: Tracking Lyme Disease's Growth in Michigan - and How to Avoid It Summer in Detroit is BACK with open season for backpacking, gravel biking, hiking...and picking up a tick or two along the way. Have no... 0 comments Dan Cooke Jun 4 Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout June 2024 Brace yourselves...SUMMER IN DETROIT IS BACK!! With the floodgates wide open for amazing outdoor experiences this June, we have nailed... 0 comments Expedition Detroit May 29 How Living an Outdoor Lifestyle Benefits your Mental Health ratings-display.rating-aria-label (1) In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month , we're exploring the many ways that living an outdoor lifestyle can actively benefit your... 1 comment Dan Cooke May 3 Top 10 Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout May 2024 Detroit's outdoor floodgates are open! May's arrival signals the launch of "primetime" for our region's recreational ecosystem, and these... 0 comments Expedition Detroit May 2 5 Amazing Ways Guided Hike Tours Elevate Your Outdoor Experience Looking to shake up your everyday life with new adventures - especially right here in Metro Detroit? Look no further - here are the... 0 comments Dan Cooke Apr 24 The Ultimate Adventure Guide to the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit Brace yourself, Detroit - the 2024 NFL Draft kicks off TOMORROW, including the arrival of 500,000+ football fans to the heart of... 0 comments Dan Cooke Apr 11 Top Five Outdoor Events near Detroit remaining in April 2024 ratings-display.rating-aria-label (1) Spring has sprung along with the return of prime time in Detroit's outdoors! As our trails, campgrounds, and waterways reopen this month... 1 comment Dan Cooke Apr 1 Michigan's Outdoor Ecosystem is Evolving - and the Headlines are Following This is not an April Fool's joke! After years of purposeful investment in Michigan's recreational ecosystem, major publications are... 0 comments Dan Cooke Mar 20 Spring 2024 Preview: Top Outdoor Experiences near Detroit this Season Happy Spring, Detroit! With our darkest days finally behind us, outdoor enthusiasts can look forward to increasingly more daylight to... 0 comments Dan Cooke Mar 8 Top Five Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout March 2024 In the blink of an eye, spring has arrived in Detroit! Welcome to March: the epitome of "shoulder season" recreation where days can start... 0 comments Dan Cooke Feb 21 Trail Town Spotlight: The Outdoor Guide to Dearborn, Michigan ratings-display.rating-aria-label (1) The sixth installation of our #TrailTownSpotlight series, this edition highlights the natural gems of one of Michigan's most beautiful,... 1 comment Dan Cooke Feb 7 Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout February 2024 Love. Blue skies. Trails. If that trio sounds like an amazing time to you, then a February spent in Detroit's outdoors may become your... 0 comments Dan Cooke Feb 5 All Grit: 5 Key Outdoor Takeaways from the Detroit Lions' 2023 Season In the wake of the Detroit Lions' most exciting - and heart wrenching - season in a generation, we're reflecting back on 5 key takeaways... 0 comments Dan Cooke Jan 11 Top Five Outdoor Events near Detroit remaining in January 2024 HAPPY NEW YEAR! Just like waking up to today's fresh snowfall, January provides a perfectly clean slate for pursuing your wildest outdoor... 0 comments Dan Cooke Dec 31, 2023 Top 2024 Outdoor New Year's Resolutions to Accomplish near Detroit Happy New Year, Detroit!! In light of the impending arrival of 2024, here are the Expedition Detroit team's top "outdoor New Year's... 0 comments Dan Cooke Dec 21, 2023 Why Detroit Should Adopt Norway's "Friluftsliv" Lifestyle this Winter In honor of the Winter Solstice, here is Expedition Detroit's guide to harnessing the physical, mental, and cultural benefits of Norway's... 0 comments Dan Cooke Dec 12, 2023 Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout December 2023 'Tis the season for holly, jolly, and freezing outdoor adventures - and we are stoked for them all! 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DESTINATIONS From campgrounds to trailheads, national parks to local gems, and ski resorts to kayak launches, explore the must-see destinations of the Detroit region. EXPLORE WITH US! Expedition Detroit proudly offers the largest variety of guided exploration opportunities in the Detroit region. Despite whether you're just starting your outdoor journey or are an accomplished recreationist looking for world-class experiences, we have the perfect hiking , backpacking , or trail running adventure waiting for you! BOOK YOUR ADVENTURE FEATURED DESTINATIONS #TRAILTUESDAY SERIES WEEKLY FEATURES ON THE 50 MOST POPULAR TRAILS WITHIN THE DETROIT REGION #TrailTuesday: Proud Lake State Recreation Area's NEW "Expedition Loop" #TrailTuesday: Cycling Novi's "Hidden Gem" ITC Corridor Trail ratings-display.rating-aria-label (1) The Potawatomi Trail: Rediscovering Detroit's First Backpacking Loop ratings-display.rating-aria-label (2) #TrailTuesday: Exploring the Woods Creek Rustic Trail of Lower Huron Metropark #TrailTuesday: Exploring Brighton's Secluded Kahchin Trail #TrailTuesday: Livonia's Rotary Park Nature Preserve Trail Loop #TrailTuesday: Exploring Bald Mountain's Rugged Blue, White and Orange Loops #TrailTuesday: The Lloyd A. Stage Nature Center's Hiking Loops in Troy #TrailTuesday: Exploring Island Lake's Hickory Ridge Trail #TrailTuesday: Kensington Metropark's Fox, Chicadee, and Wildwing Trail Loops #TrailTuesday: Belle Isle's Lighthouse and Blue Heron Lagoon Trail Discover Detroit's Best Fall Hike: Pinckney's Crooked Lake Trail #TrailTuesday: Maybury State Park's Mountain Bike Trail Thru-Hiking the Chief Pontiac Trail, Pt. II: Proud Lake to Kensington Thru-Hiking the Chief Pontiac Trail, Pt. I: Highland to Proud Lake #TrailTuesday: Exploring the Seven Lakes Loop Trail #TrailTuesday: Rediscovering Proud Lake's Wild Northwestern Loops #TrailTuesday: Exploring Island Lake's Famous Yellow Trail Loop #TrailTuesday: Conquering the Pontiac Lake Mountain Bike Trail Loop #TrailTuesday: Rediscovering Highland's Historic Haven Hill Loop Thru-Hiking the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail, Pt. 3: The Finale in Pinckney Thru-Hiking the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail, Pt. 2: Crossing the Highlands Thru-Hiking the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail, Pt. 1: Embracing Solitude #TrailTuesday: Exploring the Famous Penosha Trail in Brighton #TrailTuesday: Exploring the Wilderness Trail Loop in Holly #TrailTuesday: Braving Highland Recreation Area's A-B-C-D Loops #TrailTuesday: Exploring Detroit's Dequindre Cut Greenway #TrailTuesday: Exploring the Maybury State Park Hiking Trail Loop #TrailTuesday: Point Pelee Marsh Boardwalk Trail #TrailTuesday: West Bloomfield Woods Nature Preserve Trail #TrailTuesday: Exploring the Newburgh Lakeview Trail in Livonia #TrailTuesday: Proud Lake State Recreation Area's Figure 8 Loops #TrailTuesday: Exploring Novi Lakeshore Park's Multi-Trail EXPLORE NEW TRAILS TRAIL TOWN SPOTLIGHTS MONTHLY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE DETROIT REGION'S GREATEST GATEWAYS TO ADVENTURE Trail Town Spotlight: The Outdoor Guide to Dearborn, Michigan ratings-display.rating-aria-label (1) Trail Town Spotlight: The Outdoor Guide to Brighton, Michigan Trail Town Spotlight: The Outdoor Guide to Amherstburg, Ontario Trail Town Spotlight: The Outdoor Guide to Dexter, Michigan Trail Town Spotlight: The Outdoor Guide to Northville, Michigan Trail Town Spotlight: The Outdoor Guide to Milford, Michigan OUTDOOR EXPERIENCES MICHIGAN STATE PARKS Michigan's state parks and recreation areas offer beauty and adventure around every corner. While the state park network covers the entire state, there are 25 immaculate and accessible parks in the Detroit region. Click below to start your next state park adventure. Find State Parks SPOTLIGHT : HURON-CLINTON METROPARKS Located primarily along the Huron and Clinton Rivers, the Metropark system spans the Detroit metropolitan area and provides a natural oasis for more than 7 million visitors each year.* ​ The Metroparks are open 365 days a year, providing residents endless opportunities to enjoy the full spectrum of Southeast Michigan’s four-season environment. *Data from The Huron-Clinton Metropark's Website. Park Maps Each Metropark has park-specific maps available. Park Maps Things To Do Exciting activities and events that each Metropark offers. Things To Do Learn More One region. Thirteen Metroparks. Endless experiences. Learn More WATER TRAILS The Detroit region is home to 8 distinct water trails, including the Detroit Heritage River Water Trail straddling an international border and the 104-mile Huron River National Water Trail. There's a lifetime of waterways to explore. Grab your paddle, we'll see you out there. Explore More

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