From bird watching along dedicated trails, to spotting deer and other wildlife at parks and recreation areas, there are options for everyone. Find local and state resources:
Anna Wilcox and Harold Warnes Memorial Nature Sanctuary
The Anna Wilcox and Harold Warnes Memorial Nature Sanctuary is a 44-acre property with a trail, small stream and a variety of wildlife.
Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center
The Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center provides nature-related experiences and activities to promote an awareness and appreciation for the natural world.
Dodge Park
Find paved and natural trails for hiking, biking, running and rollerblading and water access for kayaking or canoeing at Dodge Park.
Nicholson Nature Center
A space for bird watching and observing wildlife, with sections of the Clinton River and a 1.7 mile out and back trail for running and hiking.
Huron-Clinton Metroparks
Macomb County is the home to three Huron-Clinton Metroparks, including Lake St. Clair Metropark, Stony Creek Metropark and Wolcott Mill Metropark.
Wetzel State Recreation Area
With 900 acres of undeveloped land, the Wetzel State Recreation area is an ideal place for year round outdoor activity in Macomb County.
Note: All trails open one hour before sunrise until one hour after sunset. While on the trails, be sure to observe all traffic safety rules when approaching an intersection. All pets must be on a leash and be sure to bring supplies so that you can clean up after them. Since these are multi-use, non motorized trails, walkers have the right of way.