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Woodland Hills Nature Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 336 Google reviews · Running trail in Farmington Hills, Michigan · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- 2 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Woodland Hills Nature 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 space made up of meadow, forest, pond, river & creek, with wildlife & trails throughout.
What runners say about Woodland Hills Nature Park
“Came during peak fall season and the orange leaves were stunning.”
“It's a place to go to clear my mind, listen to the calm and soothing sounds of nature, see a deer, get in some exercise and really take in the beauty of the Michigan wilderness”
Is it not a bad nature trail in the suburbs. Not as big as heritage park but it has some small hill climbs and creek crossing that looks good during rainy season or winter. It is muddy after rain so wear proper shoes. Road noise from I696 is very loud, not sure how the turkey and ducks going to sleep 😴.
Lovely park with a great scenic trail. Several benches to take a moment and enjoy nature. The only reason for not getting 5 stars is the noise from the highway.
A little more than a flat terrain nature park and a little lighter than a hike, this nature walk in suburbia is an accessible getaway. While you can hear 696 throughout your experience, if you make a point to stay present there’s a lot to experience and see (e.g. animals, flowers, trees, etc.).
What a lovely park in the middle of a city! No play area or playground equipment.... it's a big nature trail deep in the woods. It's very peaceful and secluded 💜 great for meditation and relaxation 💜 It is near an expressway, so you will hear traffic going by, but it can be tuned out, it's not obnoxiously loud....💜
Trail conditions & character
“Most paths are dirt or rock— some paths not good for people with mobility issues at all, but an easy hour-ish jaunt for those who won’t get hurt stumbling on a hidden root or two”
“Came during peak fall season and the orange leaves were stunning.”
“Lots of highway noise though, not really peaceful”
“A little more than a flat terrain nature park and a little lighter than a hike, this nature walk in suburbia is an accessible getaway.”
“A little more than a flat terrain nature park and a little lighter than a hike, this nature walk in suburbia is an accessible getaway.”
Plan your run at Woodland Hills Nature 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
- Distance2 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitefhgov.com
- Phone+1 248-473-1800
- Social Instagram
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–6 pm |
Running trails near Farmington Hills
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Heritage Park
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The Ravines Hiking Trails
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Nature Discovery Trail
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Farmington Hills Nature Center
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