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Pierce Cedar Creek Institute
4.9 ★★★★★ 279 Google reviews · Running trail in Hastings, Michigan · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Pierce Cedar Creek Institute'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 and education center with scenic trails, picnic areas, and a playground.
What runners say about Pierce Cedar Creek Institute
“Pierce is one of my favorite places near home to go hiking, trails are always clean, and the wildlife is abundant.”
“In addition there's a beautiful visitors center that has a wealth of information about the area habitats.”
Well marked and maintained trails. Good for a private hike with your favorite person or pet. Interactive signs make shorter portions of the trails good for kids. In addition there's a beautiful visitors center that has a wealth of information about the area habitats. Roughly 8 miles of trails. Highly recommend!!
This place is some of the best hiking/walking trails around with beautiful scenery and wildlife. They also continuously have events based around environmental education. We went on a Herb walk that the center hosted and it was just beyond informative and a great time.
Beautiful trails. Free for public hiking. A few spring flowers. Will be back to see more!
This is one of my favourite places to hike, at all times of the year. When we get enough snow, it is a great workout to snowshoe the well maintained trails. My favourite time of day to go is early morning, but these woods are magical at any time of the day, in all seasons. Bonus, it is very close to home.
Trail conditions & character
“In addition there's a beautiful visitors center that has a wealth of information about the area habitats.”
“Bring your dog, your kids or just yourself and step out into nature at Pierce Cedar Creek.”
Plan your run at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitecedarcreekinstitute.org
- Phone(269) 721-4190
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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