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NO GUIDE, NO PROBLEM! If you're looking for SNOWSHOE RENTALS within an hour's drive of Downtown Detroit, then you're in luck! Perfect for our resident explorers looking to dip into snowshoeing without an investment into snowshoes and poles, Expedition Detroit is proud to offer our region's most prominent snowshoe rental services at the following Michigan State Parks and Recreation Areas: WINTER 2026 LOCATIONS: Brighton State Recreation Area Highland State Recreation Area (MULTIPLE LOCATIONS) Island Lake State Recreation Area Maybury State Park Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area Proud Lake State Recreation Area Each rental is good for a 2 hour session exploring the most scenic wintry trails located in Metro Detroit! MORE ON THESE OFFERINGS: Completely independent excursion for intrepid outdoor enthusiasts looking just for a snowshoe rental. Expedition Detroit staff will meet you at the trailhead for sizing and fitting, as well as snowshoe rental return. Headlamp rentals available for sunset and night-touring options (MUST BE RESERVED IN ADVANCE). Recommended routes available on request. Start exploring the best of a Detroit winter with an Expedition Detroit snowshoe rental! LEARN MORE ABOUT SNOWSHOEING NEAR DETROIT: https://www.expeditiondetroit.com/post/guide-snowshoeing-near-detroit LOOKING FOR A GUIDED SNOWSHOE TOUR? Check out our offered trips HERE: https://www.expeditiondetroit.com/guided-trips?category=49294761-fd02-4a11-86bd-363b659ed9ff

Welcome to Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area in Waterford Township, Michigan! This moderate-level guided hike explores Pontiac Lake's primary hiking trail that is a park favorite for hiking and trail running. Starting from the main trailhead, this out-and-back cuts through the heart of Pontiac Lake's best geographic features: dense marshlands, mature forests, spacious grassland prairies, dramatic moraine hills, and, naturally, panoramic views of Pontiac Lake. MORE ON THIS TRIP: Meeting Point: Main trailhead parking lot off of Williams Lake Road. Trail length: 3.7 miles Elevation Gain: 308 feet Trail Rating: Moderate Route Orientation: Out-and-back Parking Specifics: Michigan Recreation Passport required for parking at the Williams Lake Road trailhead

Welcome to Highland State Recreation Area in Highland, Michigan! Congratulations - by conquering Highland's A-B-C-D Loops, you will have successfully hiked one of the Detroit region's 3 "Black Diamond"-rated hiking trails! Circling around Mount Omich, the four distinct "Alphabet Loops" constitute Highland's most rigorous terrain for our region's most experienced hikers. This trail system is primarily utilized for mountain biking, but the Michigan DNR has provided Expedition Detroit with limited access to conduct guided trips due to the beauty, challenge, and world-class prestige of the MTB Trail. Perfect for anyone training for advanced hiking around the world, these loops provide enough technical terrain, steep climbs, and stunning views to satisfy the appetite of any world-class hiker. MORE ON THIS TRIP: Meeting Point: Main "MTB Trailhead" parking lot off of E Livingston Road. Elevation Gain: 1,309 feet Trail Rating: Difficult Route Orientation: Loop (counter-clockwise to mountain biking traffic) Parking Specifics: Michigan Recreation Passport required for parking at the MTB Trailhead CHECK OUT OUR #TRAILTUESDAY FEATURE ON THIS TRAIL: https://www.expeditiondetroit.com/post/trailtuesday-highland-recreation-area-s-a-b-c-d-loops

Introducing "TRAILS & ALES" - a special community-based hiking experience brought to you by Expedition Detroit, River's Edge Brewing Company, and Blue Birch Outfitters of Milford! This guided hike along Proud Lake's "Expedition Loop" offers an engaging 3.1-mile loop along the southern bank of the Huron River, through towering pines, and around Proud Lake's stunning central marsh. Your highlight-reel adventure will provide plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife, capture breathtaking photos, and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of one of southeast Michigan's most beloved wetland habitats. With an easy trail rating and minimal elevation gain, it's perfect for all experience levels! BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE! All Trails & Ales participants will receive the following perks: +$1 OFF of ALL BEVERAGES (alcohol and non-alcohol) at River's Edge Brewing Company in Milford, Michigan! Located just 3.4 miles from the trail head, the Expedition Detroit Team invites YOU to join us at River's Edge for a post-hike, AWARD WINNING beer, seltzer, or any drink of your choice. We couldn't imagine a better way to kick off your weekend. +20% OFF of 1 IN-STORE ITEM at Blue Birch Outfitters! Located within walking distance of River's Edge, all "Trails & Ales" participants will automatically receive 20% off of 1 in-store item when they display their booking receipt from a hiking event! Participants will have 30 days to redeem their discount. Trails & Ales is a family-friendly adventure - KIDS 9 AND UNDER ALWAYS HIKE FOR FREE! VETERANS ALWAYS HIKE FREE! Use code "VETERAN" to redeem. MORE ON THIS TRIP: Meeting Point: Proud Lake Huron River Fishing Site parking lot Trail length: 3.12 miles Elevation Gain: 59 feet Trail Rating: Easy-Moderate Route Orientation: Loop Parking Specifics: Michigan Recreation Passport required for parking at the Huron River Fishing Site parking lot River's Edge Brewing Company Address: 125 S Main St Suite 400, Milford, MI 48381 Phone: (248) 685-1625 Blue Birch Outfitters Address: 432 N Main St, Milford, MI 48381 Phone: (947) 570-1632 CHECK OUT OUR #TRAILTUESDAY FEATURE ON THIS TRAIL: https://www.expeditiondetroit.com/post/trailtuesday-proud-lake-state-recreation-area-s-new-expedition-loop

Calling all night owls, adventure seekers, wildlife enthusiasts, and intrepid hikers! We're heading into the darker months of the year, which means that the BEST WILDLIFE VIEWING OPPORTUNITIES are just around the corner. Join Expedition Detroit on a special "Night Hike Safari" at Maybury State Park throughout the fall and winter to explore and enjoy the best of the Detroit area's outdoors - under the stars! This introductory-level guided hike will traverse Maybury State Park's beloved main "Hiking Trail Loop." Setting off from the 8 Mile Road trailhead, this 3.1 mile hike will cross the park's "wooded highlands," wildlife-dense marshlands, the picturesque Maybury Pond, and uncover the ruins of the Maybury Sanatorium. EACH HIKER MUST WEAR A HEADLAMP OR CARRY A FLASHLIGHT! Participants can either bring their own or rent one from Expedition Detroit for $5. Headlamps are reservable via the online checkout and payable at the trailhead. MORE ON THIS TRAIL: Meeting Point: Trailhead at the eastern parking lot of Maybury's 8 Mile Rd. entrance (turn LEFT at the crossroads after entering the park). The tour starts at the "MAYBURY SANATORIUM" sign at the trailhead. Elevation Gain: 127 feet Trail Rating: Easy Route Orientation: Loop Parking Specifics: Michigan Recreation Passport required for parking at the 8 Mile Trailhead VETERANS ALWAYS HIKE FREE! Use code "VETERAN" to redeem. CHECK OUT OUR #TRAILTUESDAY SPOTLIGHT ON THIS TRAIL: https://www.expeditiondetroit.com/post/trailtuesday-maybury-state-park-hiking-trail-loop

Set off on a winter wonderland adventure on a GUIDED SNOWSHOE TOUR! This moderate-level guided snowshoe tour leads intrepid adventurers to the highest of Highland's three towering moraines: Mount Kanzer, standing tall at an elevation of 1,160 feet. Starting at the southernmost trailhead of Highland - just north of Downtown Milford off of Weaver Road - the trail takes a southern approach to Mount Kanzer following the rolling "Milford Connector Trail." Once across Cooley Lake Road, the trail loops around Highland's southern marshlands until summiting Mount Kanzer just past the mid-way mark. Don't forget to stay on the lookout for abundant wildlife as you complete your summit push! Snowshoes and poles are available for rent and will be fitted at the trailhead. Depending on departure time, we also strongly advise that snowshoe participants bring their own headlamp or rent one from Expedition Detroit for $5. Headlamps are reservable via our online checkout and payable at the trailhead. IN THE EVENT OF CANCELLATION BASED ON CONDITIONS, participants will have the option to (1) use booked session for a guided hike + receive credit towards another guided trip or (2) postpone reservation to another date. We will send you the form to make your selection. MORE ON THIS TRIP: Meeting Point: Milford Connector parking lot trailhead Trail Length: 3.8 miles Elevation Gain: 233 feet Trail Rating: Moderate Route Orientation: Loop Parking Specifics: Very limited parking at trailhead; free parking pull-off locations also located along Weaver Rd. CHECK OUT OUR #TRAILTUESDAY ARTICLE ON THIS TRAIL: https://www.expeditiondetroit.com/post/trailtuesday-highland-s-mt-kanzer-trail

Welcome to Highland State Recreation Area in Highland, Michigan! This introductory-level guided hike will traverse Highland's intrepid "North Loop" trail. Setting off from the E Livingston Road trailhead, this 2.2 mile hike traverses the rolling pines, mature pine forests, and stunning prairie grasslands of Highland's northern sections. The North Loop provides the perfect terrain for hikers of all experience levels to break in their boots, explore one of Highland's "hidden gem" trails, and kick-off their adventure into the world of hiking! Family-friendly adventure - children under 9 HIKE FREE! MORE ON THIS TRIP: Meeting Point: Main "MTB Trailhead" parking lot off of E Livingston Road. Elevation Gain: 111 feet Trail Rating: Easy Route Orientation: Loop Parking Specifics: Michigan Recreation Passport required for parking at the MTB Trailhead

Welcome to Highland State Recreation Area in Highland, Michigan! This moderate-level guided hike leads intrepid adventurers to the highest of Highlands' three towering moraines: Mount Kanzer, standing tall at an elevation of 1,160 feet. Starting at the southernmost trailhead of Highland - just north of Downtown Milford off of Weaver Road - the trail takes a southern approach to Mount Kanzer following the rolling "Milford Connector Trail." Once across Cooley Lake Road, the trail loops around Highland's southern marshlands until summiting Mount Kanzer just past the mid-way mark. Don't forget to stay on the lookout for abundant wildlife as you complete your summit push! VETERANS ALWAYS HIKE FREE! Use code "VETERAN" to redeem. MORE ON THIS TRIP: Meeting Point: Milford Connector parking lot trailhead Trail Length: 3.8 miles Elevation Gain: 233 feet Trail Rating: Moderate Route Orientation: Loop Parking Specifics: Very limited parking at trailhead; free parking pull-off locations also located along Weaver Rd.

Welcome to Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area in Waterford Township, Michigan! Congratulations - by conquering Pontiac Lake's famous MTB Loop, you will have successfully hiked one of the most technical trails in southeast Michigan. Circling around the forested wilderness area north of the namesake Pontiac Lake, the MTB loop features rocky, hilly terrain with sharp turns. As the name suggests, this trail is primarily utilized for mountain biking, but the Michigan DNR has provided Expedition Detroit with limited access to conduct guided trips due to the beauty, challenge, and world-class prestige of the MTB Trail. Perfect for anyone training for advanced hiking around the world, Pontiac Lake's massive MTB loop provides ample technical terrain, steep climbs, and stunning views to satisfy the appetite of any world-class hiker. MORE ON THIS TRAIL: Meeting Point: Main trailhead parking lot off of Williams Lake Road. Elevation Gain: 649 feet Trail Rating: Difficult Route Orientation: Loop (counter-clockwise to mountain biking traffic) Parking Specifics: Michigan Recreation Passport required for parking at the Williams Lake Road trailhead CHECK OUT OUR #TRAILTUESDAY FEATURE ON THIS TRAIL: https://www.expeditiondetroit.com/post/trailtuesday-pontiac-lake-mtb-loop

Kick start your winter wonderland adventures on a GUIDED SNOWSHOE TOUR! This introductory-level guided snowshoe tour traverses Maybury State Park's beloved main "Hiking Trail Loop." Setting off from the 8 Mile Road trailhead, this 3.1 mile trip crosses the park's "wooded highlands," wildlife-dense marshlands, the picturesque Maybury Pond, and uncover the ruins of the Maybury Sanatorium. Snowshoes and poles are available for rent and will be fitted at the trailhead. Depending on departure time, we also strongly advise that snowshoe participants bring their own headlamp or rent one from Expedition Detroit for $5. Headlamps are reservable via our online checkout and payable at the trailhead. IN THE EVENT OF CANCELLATION BASED ON CONDITIONS, participants will have the option to (1) use booked session for a guided hike + receive credit towards another guided trip or (2) postpone reservation to another date. We will send you the form to make your selection. MORE ON THIS TRAIL: Meeting Point: Trailhead at the eastern parking lot Elevation Gain: 127 feet Trail Rating: Easy Route Orientation: Loop Parking Specifics: Michigan Recreation Passport required for parking at the 8 Mile Trailhead CHECK OUT OUR #TRAILTUESDAY SPOTLIGHT ON THIS TRAIL: https://www.expeditiondetroit.com/post/trailtuesday-maybury-state-park-hiking-trail-loop

Welcome to Maybury State Park in Northville, Michigan! This introductory-level guided hike will traverse Maybury State Park's beloved main "Hiking Trail Loop." Setting off from the 8 Mile Road trailhead, this 3.1 mile hike will cross the park's "wooded highlands," wildlife-dense marshlands, the picturesque Maybury Pond, and uncover the ruins of the Maybury Sanatorium. Family-friendly adventure - children under 9 HIKE FREE! VETERANS ALWAYS HIKE FREE! Use code "VETERAN" to redeem. MORE ON THIS TRAIL: Meeting Point: Trailhead at the eastern parking lot of Maybury's 8 Mile Rd. entrance (turn LEFT at the crossroads after entering the park). The tour starts at the "MAYBURY SANATORIUM" sign at the trailhead. Elevation Gain: 127 feet Trail Rating: Easy Route Orientation: Loop Parking Specifics: Michigan Recreation Passport required for parking at the 8 Mile Trailhead CHECK OUT OUR #TRAILTUESDAY SPOTLIGHT ON THIS TRAIL: https://www.expeditiondetroit.com/post/trailtuesday-maybury-state-park-hiking-trail-loop

Welcome to Belle Isle Park in Detroit, Michigan! This introductory-level guided hike will loop through the easternmost sections of Belle Isle along the idyllic "Belle Isle Lighthouse and Blue Heron Lagoon" Trail! Setting off from the Ralph Wilson Gateway, this trail traverses Belle Isle's southern shore, providing you with stunning views of the Windsor, Canada shoreline, the vibrant Detroit River, and the industrial freighters passing by. You will also pass by the Belle Isle Lighthouse, Blue Heron Lagoon, and locally-named "Hipster Beach" on your route. Family-friendly adventure - children under 9 HIKE FREE! VETERANS ALWAYS HIKE FREE! Use code "VETERAN" to redeem. MORE ON THIS TRAIL: Meeting Point: Trailhead at the eastern parking lot Trail Length: 2.2 miles Elevation Gain: 22 feet Trail Rating: Easy Route Orientation: Loop Parking Specifics: Michigan Recreation Passport required for parking at the Ralph C. Wilson Trailhead