Are dogs allowed on Clinton River?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Clinton River but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Clinton River?

No, Clinton River does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Clinton River?

Clinton River is rated moderate. It is 4.7 miles long with 420 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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ModeratePoint to Point

Michigan

Clinton River

Waterford Township, Michigan

4.7 mi

Distance

420 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 34m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Clinton River Trail is a 16-mile-long rail trail in Oakland County, Michigan. It links the West Bloomfield Trail to the west and the Macomb Orchard Trail to the east, and is a segment of the Iron Belle Trail and Great Lake to Lake Trail Route 1. From west to east, the trail is within the cities of Sylvan Lake, Pontiac, Auburn Hills, Rochester Hills, and Rochester, Michigan.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:280 ft

Max:292 ft

128 ft

135 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Point to Point
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.