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Marshall Nature Area
4.4 ★★★★☆ 65 Google reviews · Running trail in Ann Arbor, Michigan · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Marshall Nature 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.
Relaxed nature preserve featuring dirt trails for hiking, walking and mountain biking.
What runners say about Marshall Nature Area
“Nicely maintained trails.”
“Peaceful place to spend a while, yet close to the Plymouth Road corridor.”
It's such a great Natural area to run the trails, or just hike around!
No maps or markings on the trails makes hiking a little confusing, and the trails themselves could use a bit of upkeep. Otherwise, it's a nice place for a quiet walk.
Between some busy roads there's a bit of quiet in the woods. Great for a light hike or slow walk through. If you bring a dog have them leashed while other pups may be walking. Wear some bright colors either hat or jacket so others can see you. Plenty of wood critters and great nature colors.
Great trail with interesting changes in elevation. Suitable for kids, no strollers. Path is not really well signaled but there's little chance to get lost. Loops is about 2 miles.
Trail conditions & character
“Peaceful place to spend a while, yet close to the Plymouth Road corridor.”
“It's hilly, there are a variety of different plants/insects to check out.”
“This park has wooded, dirt trails good for hiking, walking your dog and mountain biking.”
Plan your run at Marshall Nature Area
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.
- 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.
- Websitea2gov.org
- Phone(734) 794-6230
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
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