Explore the Purple Equestrian Trail – Wolcott Mill Metropark Hike Register

Date and Time:
Sat, Jun 7, 2025; 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM  (Eastern)

Organized By: Southeast Michigan Group

Location: Q37G+HV Wolcott Mills, MI, USA

Map | Directions

Event Organizers:
Sudha Ganesh
   sganesh3243@gmail.com
   2486089232

Join us for a scenic 5.5-mile hike through the rolling meadows, woodlands, and open fields of Wolcott Mill Metropark’s purple equestrian trail in northern Macomb County. This lesser-known section of the park offers peaceful surroundings, abundant birdlife, and a chance to immerse yourself in early summer’s wild beauty.

This is a moderate hike at a relaxed pace, suitable for anyone comfortable walking 5+ miles. Expect mostly flat terrain with a mix of sun and shade.

Meeting Location:
• Time: 9:45 AM to approximately 1:00 PM

• Parking: Park along Camp Rotary Drive. Use the following coordinates to locate the trailhead parking area:📍 42.7639722, -82.9228611

Hike Leader:
For questions, call or text hike leader Sudha Ganesh at (248) 219-3243. Please arrive at 9:45 a.m. so we can begin promptly at 10:00 a.m..

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. 

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.

Hikes are free and open to the public. However, sometimes we do activities that require a fee which would be noted in the description of the event.

Leaders Contact Info:

Ken Jacobsen (Chair)

Mobile: 248-302-8275 

Email: sierra.club.semg@gmail.com

Susha Ganesh (Leader)

Mobile: (248) 219-3243.

Level: Moderate

Cancellation Policy: Activity is held rain or shine, but may be altered due to inclement weather