Highland Recreation Area New Years Hike (Oakland County) Register

Date and Time:
Thu, Jan 1, 2026; 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM  (Eastern)

Organized By: Southeast Michigan Group

Location: JCRW+WG Milford, MI, USA

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Burn off those holiday calories with a refreshing 5.2-mile hike at Highland Recreation Area on New Years Day! This rolling loop trail will take you through hardwood forests, wetlands, lakeshores, open meadows, and the historic remains of Edsel Ford’s Haven Hill Estate, built in the 1920s. Although the main lodge burned down, participants can still view the gatehouse and other remaining structures at the park's entrance. During the hike, we’ll also pass by the carriage house and the main lodge ruins, offering a glimpse into the estate's past.

Meeting Time and Location:

We’ll meet at 8:45am at the Parking Lot at Haven Road and Moraine Road, Highland, MI. (Link) The hike will start promptly at 9:00am, so please don't be late.

Hike Leader:
For questions, email 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.

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.

Level: Moderate

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.