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Midland Rail Trail
5 ★★★★★ 2 Google reviews · Running trail in Midland, Michigan · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Midland Rail Trail yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
What runners say about Midland Rail Trail
The Midland Rail Trail segment here is a 3.5 mile paved trail between CNC and the Tridge in Downtown Midland, traversing through a variety of ecosystems. Snow is not cleared from this trail in winter. Soon, it will also provide access to the Poseyville Preserve and the Poseyville Preserve Pedestrian Walkway [P3W].
Plan your run at Midland Rail Trail
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.
Running trails near Midland
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
The Tridge (Midland)
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Unique 3-way bridge where 2 rivers meet, plus a dog park, playgrounds and hiking trails.
Midland Tridge Trailhead
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Chippewassee Park
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Sprawling, 35-acre park known for its grassy expanses, children's play area & picnic shelters.
Emerson Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 454 reviews
Well-equipped park with a softball stadium & fields, an inline skating rink & beach volleyball.
Overlook Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 260 reviews
Park featuring a viewing point, picnic tables, and a public restroom, plus opportunities for sledding.
