Kensington Metropark Hike (Oakland County)

Come and enjoy a refreshing 4.6-mile hike at Kensington Metropark. This rolling loop trail winds through hardwood forests, wetlands, lakeshores, and open meadows—offering plenty of chances to spot birds and deer. We'll meet at the Nature Center parking area at 9:15 AM for introductions and a brief overview of the route. The hike will last approximately three hours, including a couple of stops for refreshments and rest. There is a bathroom at the Nature Center and a few more along the route. Please dress warmly in layers, as late November temperatures can be chilly. This hike offers a great opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty of the Huron River Valley. We’ll be hiking from 9:30 AM to around noon.

Please register at: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00001M3HcAIAV

Although our hikes are always free, we are happy to accept donations to support the Southeast Michigan Group’s activities as part of our activities and programs. A donation jar will be available at registration if you’d like to help fund our important conservation and advocacy work in Metro Detroit.

Meeting Time and Location:

We’ll meet at 8:45am at the Kensington Nature Center Parking Lot on Highridge Dr, Milford, MI. (Link) The hike will start promptly at 9:00am, so please don't be late.

Hike Leader:
For questions, please email [sierra.club.semg@gmail.com](mailto:sierra.club.semg@gmail.com).

Participation Details:
For all our hikes, please remember to bring comfortable hiking shoes, a water bottle, food, and the season’s weather appropriate clothing. Participation in Sierra Club activities requires registration and acceptance of a waiver, which you can complete online at the link above. Electronic copies of the required waiver are available online or by request and will be accepted automatically by signing-in to the event.

All hikes are free and open to everyone, but donations are gratefully accepted to help support ongoing stewardship and programming. If you’re able to contribute, you can do so at https://givebutter.com/FKXYFb

As a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization, donations allow us to lobby and sometimes litigate for environmental protections. This tax status gives us a broader ability to enact change, but it also means that gifts to the Sierra Club are not tax deductible. Whether you’re able to give or not, everyone is welcome on our hikes, and your support in any form is appreciated.

Cancellation Policy:
The hike will proceed rain, snow, or shine. However, if an Extreme Weather Warning is issued by the National Weather Service, the hike will be canceled for safety reasons.

Park Pass Information:
When visiting a Michigan State Park, a Recreation Passport is required. The cost per vehicle is $14 when purchased during license plate registration renewal through the Secretary of State. Entrance to Metroparks requires a $40 annual pass or a $10 day pass. You may be able to purchase a day or annual pass at the park entrance booth.