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Paint Creek Trail sign by a sunlit path with autumn trees and a clear blue sky in the background, evoking a serene, inviting atmosphere. clinton river pure michigan visit detroit expedition detroit trailblaze detroit

Paint Creek Trail sign by a sunlit path with autumn trees and a clear blue sky in the background, evoking a serene, inviting atmosphere. clinton river pure michigan visit detroit expedition detroit trailblaze detroit

Trailblaze Detroit: Exploring Oakland County Trails on the Paint Creek Trail and Clinton River Water Trail

Nov 12, 202510 min read

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famous haunted hikes near detroit october 2025 ghosts on the trail spooky season halloween

Ghosts on the Trail: Famous Haunted Hikes throughout Metro Detroit

Oct 3, 202510 min read

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expedition detroit humbug marsh detroit river international wildlife refuge conservation guided hike tour hiking tourism nature Great Lakes Trenton Gibraltar Michigan

Discover the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge: the Origin of Detroit's Conservation Renaissance

Sep 17, 20259 min read

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Expedition Detroit Fall colors autumn foliage hiking popular trails for guided hiking near detroit michigan

Explore the 5 Most Popular Trails for Guided Hiking near Detroit - Fall 2025 Edition

Sep 10, 20257 min read

A Hidden Treasure: Explore the Richardson Trail at Brighton Recreation Area

A Hidden Treasure: Explore the Richardson Trail at Brighton Recreation Area

A Hidden Treasure: Explore the Richardson Trail at Brighton Recreation Area

Aug 26, 20255 min read

Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout July 2025

Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout July 2025

Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout July 2025

Jul 1, 20258 min read

Five Best Campgrounds Near Detroit to Experience during Summer 2025

Five Best Campgrounds Near Detroit to Experience during Summer 2025

Five Best Campgrounds Near Detroit to Experience during Summer 2025

Jun 10, 20256 min read

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5 summits near detroit five most iconic hills high points elevation detroit mountains michigan trails trail challenge

The 5 Summits: Conquering the Five Most Iconic Hilltops near Detroit

Apr 10, 20258 min read

Introducing #ParksUnknown: Exploring the 5 Least-Visited State Parks Near Detroit

Introducing #ParksUnknown: Exploring the 5 Least-Visited State Parks Near Detroit

Introducing #ParksUnknown: Exploring the 5 Least-Visited State Parks Near Detroit

Jan 29, 20256 min read

#TrailTuesday: Proud Lake State Recreation Area's NEW "Expedition Loop"

#TrailTuesday: Proud Lake State Recreation Area's NEW "Expedition Loop"

#TrailTuesday: Proud Lake State Recreation Area's NEW "Expedition Loop"

Oct 8, 20247 min read

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

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

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

Expedition Detroit

Jul 19, 20248 min read

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potawatomi trail expedition detroit poto pinckney recreation area state park michigan backpacking trip guided tour camping explore adventure

The Potawatomi Trail: Rediscovering Detroit's First Backpacking Loop

Jun 20, 202412 min read

#TrailTuesday: Exploring the Woods Creek Rustic Trail of Lower Huron Metropark

#TrailTuesday: Exploring the Woods Creek Rustic Trail of Lower Huron Metropark

#TrailTuesday: Exploring the Woods Creek Rustic Trail of Lower Huron Metropark

May 21, 20245 min read

Bridging Borders: Enjoy Detroit's Outdoor Future along the Border to Border Trail

Bridging Borders: Enjoy Detroit's Outdoor Future along the Border to Border Trail

Bridging Borders: Enjoy Detroit's Outdoor Future along the Border to Border Trail

May 13, 20247 min read

Best of Spring Skiing: Experience these 5 Premiere Ski Resorts Driving Distance from Detroit this Spring

Best of Spring Skiing: Experience these 5 Premiere Ski Resorts Driving Distance from Detroit this Spring

Best of Spring Skiing: Experience these 5 Premiere Ski Resorts Driving Distance from Detroit this Spring

Mar 7, 20244 min read

#TrailTuesday: Livonia's Rotary Park Nature Preserve Trail Loop

#TrailTuesday: Livonia's Rotary Park Nature Preserve Trail Loop

#TrailTuesday: Livonia's Rotary Park Nature Preserve Trail Loop

Feb 27, 20245 min read

#TrailTuesday: Exploring Bald Mountain's Rugged Blue, White and Orange Loops

#TrailTuesday: Exploring Bald Mountain's Rugged Blue, White and Orange Loops

#TrailTuesday: Exploring Bald Mountain's Rugged Blue, White and Orange Loops

Feb 6, 20248 min read

#TrailTuesday: The Lloyd A. Stage Nature Center's Hiking Loops in Troy

#TrailTuesday: The Lloyd A. Stage Nature Center's Hiking Loops in Troy

#TrailTuesday: The Lloyd A. Stage Nature Center's Hiking Loops in Troy

Dec 26, 20237 min read

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Island lake recreation area brighton michigan hickory ridge trail

#TrailTuesday: Exploring Island Lake Recreation Area's Hickory Ridge Trail

Nov 28, 202310 min read

#TrailTuesday: Kensington Metropark's Fox, Chicadee, and Wildwing Trail Loops

#TrailTuesday: Kensington Metropark's Fox, Chicadee, and Wildwing Trail Loops

#TrailTuesday: Kensington Metropark's Fox, Chicadee, and Wildwing Trail Loops

Nov 14, 20235 min read

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