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Holly Recreation Area

4.8 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Running trail in Holly, Michigan · Hours vary

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Loop distance
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Shape
Loop
Shade
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Access
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Confirmed from Holly Recreation Area'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.

LoopDog-friendlyStroller / ADARestrooms

What runners say about Holly Recreation Area

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (26 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

Beautiful site with relatively well-maintained trails. Love the loop around Wildwood Lake.

★★★★★ — Alex , Oct 2016

The actual name for this location is called Holdridge Lakes Loops which is part of the Holly Rec. Area. It should also be noted that these trails are mainly for the purpose of mountain biking but open to hikers and hunters as well.

★★★★★ — Anonymous , Nov 2019

Very organized trail head. Well kept, challenging trails. With several reasons connecting, you can make your ride as challenging as you wish. Definitely worth repeat rides.

★★★★★ — Jb , Jul 2018

Great MTB Trails for the entire family and every level of Cycling over rooty terrain.

★★★★★ — Chris , Aug 2017

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 26 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🔁 Loop trail 3 mentions

“I hiked the West loop trail because of the other reviews saying how nice it was and after I would definitely agree.”

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🚻 Restrooms

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🐕 Dog-friendly

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Plan your run at Holly Recreation Area

The practical stuff

  • AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
  • 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.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadrestrooms — 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.
  • Websitemichigandnr.com
  • Phone+1 248-634-8811
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Where to find Holly Recreation Area

13088 Hess Rd, Holly, MI 48442

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Running trails near Holly

Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.

Holdridge CRAMBA Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ 129 reviews

Holly, MI

2 miLoopNatural surface

Mountain biking and trail running are among the activities at this public park with picnic tables.

under a mile away

Holly Township Parks & Recreation Office & Sorensen Park & Nature Center

4.6 ★★★★★ 71 reviews

Holly, MI

Playground, grilling facilities, baseball fields and a nature center, plus 5-km trails and a disc golf course.

3.0 miles away

Holly Recreation Area

4.7 ★★★★★ 3,187 reviews

Holly, MI

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Vast woodland area for hiking, fishing, biking & camping, plus a disc golf course & lake beach.

3.4 miles away

Wildwood and Valley Lake Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 9 reviews

Holly, MI

3.8 miles away

Seven Lakes State Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 2,309 reviews

Holly, MI

ScenicDog-friendly

Popular camping park offers 230 acres of shoreline, fishing & trails criss-crossing diverse terrain.

4.4 miles away

Seven Lakes Trailhead 1

4.8 ★★★★★ 26 reviews

Fenton, MI

LoopNatural surfaceScenic

4.8 miles away

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.