The Oakland County Trails Master Plan final draft is now available for public review. The Master Plan is designed to be a tool and resource for local communities and trail organizations. Please send any comments to ocparks@oakgov.com, or 2800 Watkins Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48328.

Table of Contents/Executive Summary
Introduction
Existing Conditions
Master Plan Vision & Gap Analysis
Design Considerations
Action Plan 

Whether you are looking for a leisurely family hike down a rail trail or passing through a historic neighborhood on your morning commute to work, Oakland County has it all!! 

The emerging network of trails, pathways, and blueways traverses much of the 910 square miles of the county. Many of the narrow sidewalks in the southeastern portion of the county link neighborhoods to parks, schools, commercial districts, and town centers. 

The rail trails in the northern, central, and western areas of the county serve as regional connectors to other areas in southeastern Michigan. These trails often link to park trails, provide public access to rivers and streams, and allow for many recreational uses. 

These uses can include hiking, biking, horseback riding, cross country skiing, and inline skating. If canoeing or kayaking is more your style, then we invite you to explore one of the three meandering blueways in the county. The Huron, Shiawassee, and Clinton rivers all provide a unique paddling experience close to home.

To learn more about all of the special places that you can explore along the numerous trails and pathways in Oakland County, click on the following links:

About the Oakland Trails Advisory Council (OTAC) Members & History

OTAC Meetings (Agendas & Minutes) 

Maps

Trails and Events 

Photo Gallery

Oakland County Trail Master Plan (comming soon)

Sponsorship Opportunities

Trail Planning In Your Community

Trail Safety and Etiquette

Related Links

Many thanks to our Trail Map donors and sponsors: International Transmission Company, Paint Creek Trailways Commission, City of Wixom, Michigan CAT, REI, Cycle Therapy, City of Rochester, City of Rochester Hills, City of Auburn Hills, Highland Equestrian Conservancy, American Cycle and Fitness, and the Clinton River Trail.