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Plymouth Riverside Recreation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 326 Google reviews · Running trail in Plymouth, Michigan · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Plymouth Riverside 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.
Clean park popular with families for picnicking and cycling, plus a playground and bridge.
What runners say about Plymouth Riverside Recreation Area
“With its picturesque landscapes and well-maintained trails, it offers a delightful escape into nature.”
“With its picturesque landscapes and well-maintained trails, it offers a delightful escape into nature.”
“There is a nice river side walk and quite serene (other than the sound of passing cars since its so close to the road).”
There is a nice river side walk and quite serene (other than the sound of passing cars since its so close to the road). Nice little playground too though during these covid times not really recommended. Go towards the bridge over the river and there is a gravel road that you can walk along and find the trail.
Plymouth Riverside Recreation Area is a hidden gem nestled along the serene banks of the river. With its picturesque landscapes and well-maintained trails, it offers a delightful escape into nature. The park’s diverse flora and fauna create a haven for nature enthusiasts.
The restrooms are good if you have kids. The play area is nice, it always has a group of people hang out near the building, nice to know that type of community of friends exists. The park is clean and functional, the walk around there is fun. In summer watching ducklings is cool. A good connected network of parks.
Nice park, just wish drive was paved. Bathroom was clean. Entrance to bathroom needs to be smooth for the elderly. The lip going into bathroom is a hazard for the elderly. Staff went around to see if we needed garbage pick up from cans.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful, pristine wooded area with a picnic table, a little bridge, playground and restrooms.”
“With its picturesque landscapes and well-maintained trails, it offers a delightful escape into nature.”
“There is a nice river side walk and quite serene (other than the sound of passing cars since its so close to the road).”
“Huge area with a pavilion with picnic tables, mature trees for shade and parking in Hines Park.”
Plan your run at Plymouth Riverside Recreation Area
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, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websitewaynecounty.com
- Phone+1 734-261-1990
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–8 pm |
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