Huron Meadows Metropark Hike (Maltby Lake + Beech Alley)

Hike the Huron Meadows Maltby Lake loop (2 miles), then an optional Beech Alley (3 miles) backwoods trail loop ( TOTAL OF ~ 5 miles...IF you do both loops with us. Whew. This hike will start & end at the Sunset Ridge parking lot. Maltby Lk loop #1 is flatter, loop #2 around Beech Alley areas has some moderate hills.

Wear hiking boots! Trails might be slippery. We also recommend you bring ice cleats/spikes/traction. (Hiking poles if you prefer those too.)
You can buy ice cleats on Amazon, or any sporting goods store, or Costco. We don’t recommend the coil-type grippers as they aren’t as stable on ice and have broken after a season for several of our members.

Dogs are welcome, but must be on a 6' (or less) leash.

Metropark entry fee required ($10/day or $40/year).

Please arrive at 9:45 AM for sign in so we can start promptly at 10:00.

Directions:
Click the map attached to this meetup to be guided directly to the Sunset Ridge lot where we are meeting.
Or use these directions:
When you arrive at the Huron Meadows entrance road (on Hammel Rd off Rickett Rd), turn north toward the golf course. You'll see signs on your left for Sunset Ridge and Acorn Ridge parking lots. Look for the pavilion near the Sunset Ridge parking lot and Maltby Lake overlook (with unique stairways down to lake).