Near Hewen's Creek Park
The sun filters through a beech grove at Hewen's Creek Park.
Near Hewen's Creek Park
A trailhead sign details the rules at Hewen's Creek Park.

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Hewen's Creek Park

3.5 (6 Ratings)
This is twisting, fast, singletrack designed for mountain biking, but it's also a blast to hike.
3.1
mi
Distance
13
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsLakeSpringWildflowers
Access Issues
Hewen's Creek Park is open dawn to dusk. There is a small parking lot at the trailhead with four or five spots and no fee for entrance.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.14mi
Distance
13ft
Elevation Gain
13ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
739ft
High Point
713ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
This small park is located off a gravel road just about ten to fifteen minutes from Ypsilanti, Michigan. There is little to no elevation gain, but the trail is routed with enough twists and turns to make it feel like a roller coaster. Most of the singletrack in this park was cut by the local mountain bike community, however it is designated mixed use. The safest bet for hikers would be to go in the opposing direction to riders, especially if you listen to music while hiking.

Route Conditions

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