Home to over 123 miles of scenic trails, the Brighton Howell Area is a go-to for biking enthusiasts. Various trails take you through woodlands, open fields, and sparkling lakes, offering a refreshing ride. With smooth paved paths for casual rides to rugged mountain bike trails designed to challenge you, there are plenty of trails perfect for any skill level. Local parks and recreation areas offer well-marked routes, beautiful scenery, and plenty of places to stop and enjoy the view.
Island Lake Recreation Area
Four miles of paved trails that wander through a variety of habitats. This trail also connects to Kensington Metropark and the.
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Pinckney Recreation Area
An extensive trail system of over 40 miles+ and multi-use trails leads to remote campsites. The Potawatomi Mountain Biking Association (PMBA) grooms five miles of trails in the winter.
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Brighton Recreation Area
Murray Lake mountain biking trail accommodates beginning and advanced riders. Torn Shirt Mountain Bike Trail is considered an advanced trail. They have several other trails including Appleton Loop, Lost Loop, Found Loop, Ralph’s Ride.
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Kensington Metropark
An 8.5 mile paved hike-bike trail traverses the picturesque landscapes that circle Kent Lake. And a 3.4-mile trail extends north from the loop, connecting to the village of Milford. Kensington Metropark and Island Lake State Recreation Area is connected via a paved connector going underneath I-96.
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Mike Levine Lakelands Trail State Park
One of Michigan’s five “linear” state parks, Lakelands Trail State Park is essentially a 20-mile, non-motorized, multi-use trail. It goes through several cities, spanning counties, and will take you through woodlands, wetlands, lakes, small country towns, and quaint family farms. There are 8 miles of paved asphalt trail, followed by an unpaved equestrian path, with the remaining 12 miles covered by finely screened and compacted limestone.
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Deerfield Hills Nature Area
Enjoy five miles of trails bordering pristine wetlands at the Deerfield Hills Nature Area.
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Settlers Park
With its wide sweeping views and variety of terrain, Hartland’s Settlers Park features one of Livingston County’s newest destination trail systems.
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