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- Thru-Hiking the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail, Pt. 3: The Finale in Pinckney
embraced the challenge of thru-hiking the Detroit's region's most rigorous backpacking route: the Waterloo-Pinckney This third and final installation of our Waterloo-Pinckney Trail series covers the entirety of the Pinckney Once back on the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail, we immediately climbed Riley Hill to reach the highest point Your first steps back into daylight are simultaneously your first steps into Pinckney Rec, signaling The Pinckney Rec section of the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail is comparatively much easier to traverse than
- Discover Detroit's Best Fall Hike: Pinckney's Crooked Lake Trail
ARRIVED throughout the region, and there's no better trail to experience this season's beauty than along Pinckney It is our privilege to reintroduce Pinckney State Recreation Area and its Crooked Lake Trail now. MEET PINCKNEY STATE RECREATION AREA The modern history of Pinckney State Recreation Area dates back to The Pinckney of 2023 constitutes a paradise for the Detroit region's most rugged, comprehensive, and Now let's get to one of Pinckney's crown jewels: the Crooked Lake Trail.
- Thru-Hiking the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail, Pt. 2: Crossing the Highlands
ascent towards the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail's highest point: Prospect Hill. Once you cross Clear Lake Road, the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail starts getting fun. One of the most beautiful sights of the entire Waterloo-Pinckney Trail. The Waterloo-Pinckney Trail is yours and yours alone for the remainder of Waterloo Rec. , the answer is probably circa Miles 19 or 20 on the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail.
- Thru-Hiking the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail, Pt. 1: Embracing Solitude
This first installment of our 3 part series on the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail highlights the trail's initial "WTF is the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail and why have I never heard of it before." Trail, which connects Pinckney Recreation Area with the Waterloo Recreation Area." MEET THE WATERLOO-PINCKNEY TRAIL My infatuation with the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail started with curiosity A perfect end to an idyllic first day on the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail.
- The Potawatomi Trail: Rediscovering Detroit's First Backpacking Loop
It's our privilege to reintroduce Pinckney State Recreation Area and the Potawatomi Trail now. MEET PINCKNEY STATE RECREATION AREA The modern history of Pinckney State Recreation Area dates back to Now let's get to one of Pinckney's crown jewels: the Potawatomi Trail. EXPLORE THE PINCKNEY RECREATION AREA WITH EXPEDITION DETROIT! Want to experience a guided hike on Pinckney Recreation Area's trails? Look no further!
- The Detroit Mountains: Exploring the Jackson Interlobate Range
our region's most beloved "Trail Towns," including Brighton, Chelsea, Holly, Lake Orion, Milford, and Pinckney average peaks in parks like Holly Recreation Area reaching greater elevations than those in Waterloo or Pinckney BACKPACK THE WATERLOO-PINCKNEY TRAIL Trip Length: 38.5 miles Duration: 3 or 4 days (depending on campground wilderness for a long weekend to hike the nearly 40 miles and 4,000 elevation gain of the famous Waterloo-Pinckney
- Five Best Campgrounds near Detroit to Experience during Summer 2025
a common message thread that we received while uploading our content from thru-hiking the Waterloo-Pinckney BLIND LAKE CAMPGROUND | Pinckney State Recreation Area Number of Sites: 10 Arrival Logistics: Hike-In night, plus additional fees Located along the western rim of the quintessential Potawatomi Trail in Pinckney EXPLORE PINCKNEY STATE RECREATION AREA WITH EXPEDITION DETROIT 2. The Green Lake Rustic Campground is located near the DTE Energy Foundation Trail, Waterloo Pinckney Trail
- Embrace the Dark: The 10 Best Destinations for Stargazing near Detroit
Pinckney State Recreation Area | Pinckney, Michigan You may have noticed this trend across our research , but whenever Waterloo Rec appears on a “Best Of” list, Pinckney State Recreation Area typically isn The pattern holds true here - Pinckney’s fortunate location on the western rim of the Huron River watershed EXPLORE PINCKNEY STATE RECREATION AREA WITH EXPEDITION DETROIT 3. While Hudson Mills is located in the same relative “dark sky zone” as Waterloo and Pinckney State Recreation
- Explore the 5 Most Popular Trails for Guided Hiking near Detroit - Fall 2025 Edition
Crooked Lake Trail | Pinckney State Recreation Area | Pinckney, MI Distance : 4.2 miles Elevation Located in Pinckney State Recreation Area , the Crooked Lake Trail sets out from the stunning Silver Lake trailhead and encircles the heart of Pinckney State Recreation Area, complete with panoramic views
- Adventure Awaits: The 5 Best "Trail Challenges" near Detroit for Summer 2026
lively downtown to the sprawling DTE Energy Foundation Trail, Border-to-Border Trail, Waterloo and Pinckney Prospect Hill in Waterloo State Recreation Area: Highest point on the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail Pontiac challenge is capped at 1,000 riders), the Triple Trail Challenge will kick off (and later finish) at Pinckney The journey then continues onto sections of the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail, another segment specifically
- Autumn Adventures: 5 Best Destinations for Fall Camping near Detroit
BLIND LAKE CAMPGROUND | Pinckney State Recreation Area Number of Sites: 10 Arrival Logistics: Hike-In night, plus additional fees Located along the western rim of the quintessential Potawatomi Trail in Pinckney CROOKED LAKE CAMPGROUND | Pinckney State Recreation Area Number of Sites: 22 Arrival Logistics: plus additional fees If you're looking for a slightly more accessible - but still rustic - stay at Pinckney The Green Lake Rustic Campground is located near the DTE Energy Foundation Trail , Waterloo Pinckney
- Exploring the Five Best Hiking Trails near Detroit
The Crooked Lake Trail | Pinckney State Recreation Area Distance: 4.2 miles Elevation Gain: 311 feet Located in Pinckney State Recreation Area, the Crooked Lake loop starts at the Silver Lake trailhead The Potawatomi Trail | Pinckney State Recreation Area Distance: 17.6 miles Elevation Gain: 1,253 Located in Pinckney State Recreation Area (yes, we're experiencing déjà vu as well from how many times Pinckney appears in our articles), "Poto" takes an average of 6 hours and 20 minutes to complete.












