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Clinton River Heritage Park

Overview: Clinton River Heritage Park is rated 4.5/5 from 570 Google reviews. This park offers opportunities for kayaking, fishing, running, and biking, and has a trail system for walking. Amenities: Reviewers often mention shade and seating and covered spots. Crowd: Reviews describe regular visitors and active use and steady activity with other dogs to meet. Downsides: Some reviews mention inconsistent cleanliness.

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4.5(570 reviews)

Overview: Clinton River Heritage Park is rated 4.5/5 from 570 Google reviews. This park offers opportunities for kayaking, fishing, running, and biking, and has a trail system for walking. Amenities: Reviewers often mention shade and seating and covered spots. Crowd: Reviews describe regular visitors and active use and steady activity with other dogs to meet. Downsides: Some reviews mention inconsistent cleanliness.

People say this park offers opportunities for kayaking, fishing, running, and biking, and has a trail system for walking. They highlight the beautiful views of the river, the availability of picnic tables, grills, and a viewing dock, and the convenient parking. They also like the peaceful and relaxing vibe, and the shade provided by the trees.

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social dogs and owners who enjoy a regular crowdowners who want shade, seating, and water accesslonger visits with useful park amenities

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Address44505 Van Dyke Ave, Utica, MI 48317, USA
Phone(586) 739-1600
City pageSterling Heights
Imported fromSterling Heights, MI

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social dogs and owners who enjoy a regular crowdowners who want shade, seating, and water accesslonger visits with useful park amenitiesparktourist attraction6 Google photos570 reviewsOpen now

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Andrea Waymaster5 months ago

I really dislike having to give parks imperfect ratings, as getting out into nature in any capacity can bring peace, but sometimes they just don't work for my personal needs. Clinton River Heritage park was quite small, so not great for hiking or walking my doggo (I prefer avoiding sidewalks on main roads, and that would be the only nearby option to lengthen my walk). My second issue was that, once you crossed the main bridge, you pop out into a decent field, but it's directly behind a set of apartments, attached to their parking lot; not really a scenic view. That being said, Clinton River Heritage Park is still a very pretty sliver of nature in the middle of a busy city area. The views of the River are beautiful, and there are plenty of seats to sit and enjoy watching the wildlife. We came across some giant maple leaves, truly impressive, gave me a laugh comparing them to my pup. You have an available viewing dock, canoe/kayak drop in (although it looks to be currently closed), picnic tables, charcoal grills, benches, restroom, trash receptacles and a small children's play area. The parking lot is small, but honestly perfect for the needs of the park, and the cleanliness of the area was acceptable (although I cannot speak for the restrooms as I did not enter them). Overall, I think this is a great small park for the residents of the attached neighborhood/s, and great for River watching, but didn't quite fulfill my need for exercise and dog walking.

Tahmina Munni8 months ago

The park was nice and a great place to relax or bring kids. However, it could use some updates and improvements. With a few upgrades, it has the potential to be even better and more enjoyable for everyone.

Carmen Vardich8 months ago

Its a beautiful park with lots of room to roam and the river running thru it. Bike and walking paths throughout. Lots of trees and shade. Modern bathrooms too.

Angela Mead5 months ago

Good for fishing, running and biking. If you want to be able to walk into the river, it's a good location. It can be accessed next to the bridge. Not much for the kids to do, but a good spot to take a moment to be outside and catch your breath.

Stephanie Sparks3 years ago

So beautiful here! The trail is very busy with bikes but majority are very polite and alert you. Beautiful landscape

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  • Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

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