Have you been itching to stretch your lungs outdoors for a while? Out on a hike, surrounded by natural beauty, this hidden oasis near Detroit is only around 20 minutes away for fresh air and time well spent. If you find yourself traveling this way any time soon, this might be another addition to a day or weekend trip. Time to get planning!
Welcome to the beautiful Rouge River Gateway Trail over in Dearborn Heights, Michigan. Right alongside Detroit, a quick 25-minute drive takes you to a little oasis of a park.
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The trail covers around seven miles of out-and-back path that suits both hiking and bike riding during the right seasons.
Peter Pahl/AllTrails With the breeze during the warmer months, this trail becomes a little slice of heaven.
The path is smooth nearly the whole way through and includes a fun bridge to stop on for a bit of extra scenery. It’s extra beautiful in the spring and fall, if the trail is open for visitors!
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Whether the leaves are green or red, the simple beauty of a quiet trail during off-peak driving hours is unmatched.
Peter Pahl/AllTrails As long as you have bug spray to keep yourself safe, a bike ride or hike will suit any visitor.
The trail takes an average of two hours to complete as an out-and-back type path, but nothing is stopping you from turning around and heading back after only halfway through if you aren’t used to longer hikes like this.
Terence Harned/AllTrails Not everyone has the same stamina, after all.
As long as you pack everything out that you brought in and you appreciate flat, paved trails, this trip will be well worth the travel.
Reyan Khanji/AllTrails The best hikers leave nothing behind except footprints!
If you’d like to learn more about the trail, follow the trail map, or read reviews from previous hikers, check out the Rouge River Gateway Trail on AllTrails. Make sure to check the trail page for any surprise closures or inclement weather forecasts in the area to make sure you don’t travel out here while the trail is closed. Happy hiking! For more great hikes around Detroit, check out this list of great hikes to choose from when planning local day trips.
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With the breeze during the warmer months, this trail becomes a little slice of heaven.
Byron Mason/AllTrails
As long as you have bug spray to keep yourself safe, a bike ride or hike will suit any visitor.
Terence Harned/AllTrails
Not everyone has the same stamina, after all.
Reyan Khanji/AllTrails
The best hikers leave nothing behind except footprints!
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Address: Dearborn Heights, MI, USA
