Pickerel Lake – Wetland Boardwalk loop from Pinckney State Recreation Area

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Washtenaw County

Pickerel Lake – Wetland Boardwalk loop from Pinckney State Recreation Area

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Pickerel Lake – Wetland Boardwalk loop from Pinckney State Recreation Area

00:45

6.37km

50m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

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Pinckney State Recreation Area

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.45 km

Pickerel Lake

Highlight • Lake

Embark on a serene escape to Pickerel Lake—an 80-acre, undeveloped haven. This pristine retreat offers untouched natural beauty. Runners can immerse themselves in the tranquil landscape, surrounded by the unspoiled wilderness that defines Pickerel Lake.

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4.02 km

Mark Hoffman Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

This trailhead sits beside Pickerel Lake, an 80-acre undeveloped lake in Pinckney Recreation Area. The lake is a serene retreat, ringed by unspoiled forest and wetlands, with no buildings or …

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4.87 km

Bridge through Meadow

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

After crossing Hankerd Road, this bridge runs over a meadow. Slow down a bit and watch out for debris here.

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4.99 km

Wetland Boardwalk

Highlight • Trail

A raised wooden boardwalk carrying the Waterloo–Pinckney Trail across a marsh just west of Hankerd Road. This stretch offers a glimpse into Pinckney’s wetland habitat, where cattails, shrubs, and standing …

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6.37 km

End point

Parking

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