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Timm Preserve County Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 91 Google reviews · Running trail in Centreville, Michigan · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Natural surface
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Timm Preserve County Park'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.

Natural surfaceScenicDog-friendlyRestroomsTrailhead parking

Wooded nature preserve with 2 mi. of easy walking trails for humans and dogs.

What runners say about Timm Preserve County Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (91 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 6 mentions

“It was a wonderful place to walk the dogs the trails were clean and the scenery was beautiful”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 13 mentions

“It was a beautiful day my only regret was not having anything to set down on and take a break along the trail”

🪧 well-marked 2 mentions

“The trails were quite easy to navigate plus I never once felt lost or afraid!”

👟 good for all levels 2 mentions
🐕 dog-walking favorite 3 mentions

“It was a wonderful place to walk the dogs the trails were clean and the scenery was beautiful”

This place is great. Trails are maintained very well. No really steep inclines, and a few really nice boardwalks over some beautiful wetlands. Took the dog and he loved it just as much as I did. Will be going back many times. There's good parking available and a drop box for the entry fee of $4/day.

★★★★★ — Dave , Sep 2020

Very well maintained trails..very leisure and peaceful.Watch for rattlesnakes..just be prepared be safe..we also experienced a fairly large black dog on the loose in the park. I'm only stating this to warn people ..just be safe

★★★★★ — Jennifer , Sep 2020

Beautiful place to walk around at. Much bigger since they expanded it.

★★★★★ — Zachary , Aug 2024

Timm Preserve 💪🏻 The scenery is stunning, and the trails are perfect for a peaceful walk or hike. The park is well maintained, making it a pleasant place to relax and enjoy nature. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a scenic escape.

★★★★★ — Mark , Nov 2025

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 15 mentions

“It was a beautiful day my only regret was not having anything to set down on and take a break along the trail”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 9 mentions

“It was a wonderful place to walk the dogs the trails were clean and the scenery was beautiful”

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🚻 Restrooms 3 mentions

“Small parking lot and no bathrooms.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“There's good parking available and a drop box for the entry fee of $4/day.”

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🌲 Natural surface / singletrack 2 mentions

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Plan your run at Timm Preserve County Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
  • 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
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitestjosephcountymi.org
  • Phone(269) 467-5519
  • Social Facebook

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

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Timm Preserve County Park

65724-65984 Engle Rd, Centreville, MI 49032

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.