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Pinckney State Recreation Area
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Pinckney State Recreation Area
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oliviakellis
August 25, 2025
A 11,000-acre park known for its rolling forests, quiet inland lakes, and one of Michigan’s best networks of hiking and biking trails. The eastern half of the 34-mile Waterloo–Pinckney Trail runs through here, linking kettle lakes, ridges, and rustic campgrounds like Blind Lake. With its mix of loop trails, backpacking routes, and lake access, Pinckney is a hub for outdoor adventure and the perfect landscape to end a thru-hike.
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3.36km
00:53
20m
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Embark on an easy hike along the Potawatomi and Waterloo-Pinckney Trail, a pleasant 2.1 miles (3.4 km) route that takes about 52 minutes to complete. You will experience a gentle…
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Elevation 280 m
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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.