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Hofma Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 335 Google reviews · Running trail in Grand Haven, Michigan · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Hofma Preserve's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Wooded outdoor space featuring a floating bridge, boardwalks and hiking trails for dogs and people alike.
What runners say about Hofma Preserve
“The trails are generally flat and well-maintained, making them suitable for strollers and semi-wheelchair accessible.”
“The floating docks are our favorite; they sway gently beneath you as you wander through the wild, beautiful foliage and natural landscape.”
“This is a great place for hiking or skiing with many well marked trails.”
“It’s a peaceful, family-friendly spot that has become a cherished part of our lives, full of memories and natural beauty.”
“Dogs are welcome on a leash, and the preserve is open from dawn to dusk.”
They expanded nature trails toward 168th avenue. Good place for hiking, biking and dog walking. Cyclists please be courteous and pass walkers slowly.
Beautiful area to hike! Colors are beginning to change on the trees! Clean. Pet friendly. Little playground at one end. Also a sweet little restroom area and pavilion. Such a great area. Nicest residents also. They have a floating bridge you can walk on. Its even handicapped accessible!
One of my favorite places to go for a walk in GH. Dogs allowed on leash. Make sure you walk the bridge over the water, its absolutely beautiful! Lots of wild life also!
This has a nice paved walkway as well as several natural pathways! Nice and wooded and had a playground for the kids!
Trail conditions & character
“My husband and I started going there when we were freshly dating, walking our two dogs — one each — who are no longer with us, but they loved it just as much as we did.”
“The floating docks are our favorite; they sway gently beneath you as you wander through the wild, beautiful foliage and natural landscape.”
“The trails are generally flat and well-maintained, making them suitable for strollers and semi-wheelchair accessible.”
“Nice and wooded and had a playground for the kids!”
“Be aware that parking in the winter season is rather limited at the south park entrance off Ferris (only a few spaces) so consider the north access off Sleeper St.”
“It’s a peaceful, family-friendly spot that has become a cherished part of our lives, full of memories and natural beauty.”
“There is a short paved section but most of the trails are dirt so you will want a mountain bike if you are riding.”
“This is a great place for hiking or skiing with many well marked trails.”
Plan your run at Hofma Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitevisitgrandhaven.com
- Phone+1 616-842-5988
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–10 pm |
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