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Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve – Paint Creek Trail loop from Rochester Hills

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Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve – Paint Creek Trail loop from Rochester Hills

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Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve – Paint Creek Trail loop from Rochester Hills

01:10

11.1km

40m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

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465 m

Clinton River Trail Bridge and River View

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

This 16-mile trail winds through various green spaces and parks, offering views of the river along the way. This section includes a picturesque bridge that provides stunning views, making it an excellent spot to take a break.

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1.24 km

Lake Norcentra Park

Highlight • Lake

Lake Norcentra Park is located on the Great Lake-to-Lake Trails. The lake is part of Rochester University and is open to the public.

This is a lovely tranquil spot which …

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2.25 km

Clinton River Trail Waterfront Section

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Nice trail half gravel / half paved along the Clinton River. During the dark hours you still get "some" light from the city and surrounding neighborhoods.

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3.62 km

Rochester Hills Public Library Garden and Picnic Area

Highlight • Rest Area

The Rochester riverwalk is just a wonderful place to walk or run

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5.05 km

Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Great nature trails. Best for walking, but can ride your bike if you're slow and careful.

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5.30 km

Paint Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This approximately 9-mile-long trail follows Paint Creek, offering a well-maintained wide hard-packed dirt surface. As the first non-motorized rail trail in the area, it has become one of the most popular trails around.

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7.44 km

Rochester River Walk

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Rochester River Walk is a great mix of urban and park land. It follows Paint Creek and gives you some good views of the water.

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7.94 km

Rochester Riverwalk

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Rochester Riverwalk is a lovely 1.8-mile paved pathway that winds along Paint Creek. It connects to the Clinton River Trail, with scenic views the entire way. There are several benches …

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11.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.93 km

1.09 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.62 km

3.32 km

2.75 km

1.15 km

278 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 2 September

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Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve – Paint Creek Trail loop from Rochester Hills

Clinton River Trail Bridge and River View

Lake Norcentra Park

Clinton River Trail Waterfront Section

Rochester Hills Public Library Garden and Picnic Area

Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve

Paint Creek Trail

Rochester River Walk

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