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Kosch-Headwaters Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 97 Google reviews · Running trail in Superior Township, Michigan · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Kosch-Headwaters 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.
Nature preserve with well-maintained trails for walks through fields and forest.
What runners say about Kosch-Headwaters Preserve
“While I haven't been down the trails, if they are as well kept as the parking area I imagine they must be an enjoyable hike.”
“Beautiful park; usually empty or only a car or two which keeps it nice and secluded.”
“I often come out here late at night to the parking lot off of Prospect Road to enjoy the peaceful, dark tranquility of the area.”
Beautiful park; usually empty or only a car or two which keeps it nice and secluded. Combination of grass trails, open fields, and farm land. Trails eventually lead into another protected woods area (Springhill Nature Preserve).
Very beautiful long trail! However, be mindful that there are many many ticks. Be sure to watch your pups and yourselves. My fiancée and I found a good amount on our dogs and on him during and after the walk.
A great little place to stop and enjoy some Michigan terrain and get some fresh air. There is only a few miles of trails, but it's definitely worth stopping in for a visit and appreciate the nature preserve.
Nice quiet trails. The preserve connects to spring hill nature area, which makes for a nice run. Trails are well maintained and the forest area is very beautiful.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful park; usually empty or only a car or two which keeps it nice and secluded.”
“I often come out here late at night to the parking lot off of Prospect Road to enjoy the peaceful, dark tranquility of the area.”
“Also, Kosch-Headwaters is in close priximity of two other Nature Reserves: LeFurge & Cherry Hill.”
“Google maps did not take me to the parking lot which is very small (5 cars at most) The park itself is quite nice, but has no maps or trail markers.”
“My fiancée and I found a good amount on our dogs and on him during and after the walk.”
Plan your run at Kosch-Headwaters Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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 trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitewashtenaw.org
- Phone(734) 971-6337
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–8 PM |
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