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Red Cedar River

Pathway Steering Committee

Red Cedar Song
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Red Cedar River
Water Trail

Area Rotary clubs are spearheading a community initiative to preserve and protect the Red Cedar River and to develop the Red Cedar River Water Trail into a regional recreational asset for residents and visitors to mid-Michigan. We hope to develop the Red Cedar River Water Trail into a recreational destination for canoe and kayak enthusiasts. Along its route, the Red Cedar River Water Trail showcases the diversity of mid-Michigan landscapes from farms and forests in the upstream segment through suburban areas with an abundance of parks and recreation areas downstream.

Area Rotary clubs are spearheading a community initiative to preserve and protect the Red Cedar River and to develop the Red Cedar River Water Trail into a regional recreational asset for residents and visitors to mid-Michigan. We hope to develop the Red Cedar River Water Trail into a recreational destination for canoe and kayak enthusiasts. Along its route, the Red Cedar River Water Trail showcases the diversity of mid-Michigan landscapes from farms and forests in the upstream segment through suburban areas with an abundance of parks and recreation areas downstream.

21.8 miles

Distance to Grand River

0.6 miles

Distance to next waypoint

174 miles

Distance to Lake Michigan

42°41'27.6"N 84°16'48.6"W

Access to the river above the rapids in Williamston, this small boat launch features a canoe/kayak rack available for short term use and overnight rental.

21.2 miles

Distance to Grand River

6.2 miles

Distance to next waypoint

173.4 miles

Distance to Lake Michigan

42°41'18.2"N 84°17'22.3"W

New landing and launch for personal craft in Williamston downstream from the rapids.

15 miles

Distance to Grand River

1.7 miles

Distance to next waypoint

167.2 miles

Distance to Lake Michigan

42°42'35.5"N 84°21'50.5"W

Roadside Park with vault toilets, picnic area, and easy access to launch or land kayaks or canoes.

 13.3 miles

Distance to Grand River

4.7 miles

Distance to next waypoint

165.5 miles

Distance to Lake Michigan

42°41'50.2"N 84°22'41.2"W

The Harris Nature Center makes up 48 acres of a larger park called Meridian Riverfront Park.  The nature center offers environmental activities and outdoor recreation opportunities focusing on protecting, promoting and interpreting the Red Cedar River.

Landings and Waypoints

8.6 miles

Distance to
Grand River

6.8 miles

Distance to next waypoint

160.8 miles

Distance to Lake Michigan

42°42'35.5"N 84°21'50.5"W

 

 

 

Overview

Ferguson Park sits on the banks of the Red Cedar River near downtown Okemos. This park features play equipment, picnic areas, restrooms, a canoe/kayak launch and an excellent view of the river.

1.8 miles

Distance to
Grand River

2.0 miles

Distance to next waypoint

154 miles

Distance to Lake Michigan

42°42'59.3"N 84°31'20.5"W

Kruger Landing is a great central parking location and a good place to launch a canoe or kayak. On the south side of the river at Aurelius Rd.

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