Trails & Pathways

Seasonal Trail Advisory: As the weather changes, so do the conditions of our park trails. Please be a responsible park visitor and use the trails accordingly. 

Spring and Fall:

Flooding may restrict park visitors to upland trails only. Muddy trails are restricted to walkers only. Bikes and horses will cause damage and erosion to the trails and are therefore prohibited at such times.

Summer:

Please stay on the trails to protect wildflowers, wildlife, and yourself from poison ivy and bee nests.

Winter:

Please be respectful of skiers by walking to the side of ski tracks rather than through them. For your safety, staff off ice on ponds, drains, and the Red Cedar River.

All Seasons:

Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6' and under the control of their owner in all areas of Township parks. Please remove all feces deposited by your pets. Motorized vehicles are prohibited on trails.

• Parks are open daily from dawn to dusk.
• Dogs must remain on a leash at all times.
• Visitors are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.
• Horses, llamas and other draft animals may be brought into the park when under the immediate control of a competent person.
• Stay on the designated trails.
• To minimize erosion, muddy trails are restricted to walkers only.
• During winter, please be respectful of skiers by walking to the side of the ski tracks.
• Motorized vehicles are restricted to designated parking areas only.
• Fires may be built in designated grills and must be attended at all times.
• Fishing is permitted with a valid state fishing license.
• Please do not disturb the wildlife in the park. Hunting, trapping, catching, killing or removal of any animal on park land is prohibited, as is disturbing or robbing nests, dens or burrows of any animals.
• Picking and collecting of wildflowers, fruits, mushrooms, downed wood or any plant material is prohibited.
• Campfires, camping, the flying of model airplanes or drones, fireworks and loud noise/music or amplifiers are prohibited.
• Swimming and ice skating are prohibited on ponds, drains and the Red Cedar River.
• Reservations for pavilion or athletic field use may be arranged by calling the Meridian Township Parks and Recreation Office at 517.853.4600.

Hunting is not allowed in Meridian Township Parks.