Waterfall Loop Trail
Waterfall Loop Trail in Dearborn, MI offers a scenic and relaxing outdoor experience perfect for hiking, walking, biking, and dog walking. The trail features beautiful trees, shaded areas, and stunning views of a waterfall and the surrounding landscape. It is kid-friendly and has loop trail access, though some trail sections and connector paths may be overgrown or under construction. Visitors appreciate the peaceful, wild nature of the trail along with bridges and water views, making it an enjoyable spot for nature enthusiasts.
Reviews
Tried to take the Rouge Gateway trail over the bridge to connect to the Waterfall Loop Trail (near the estate). You can get to the estate and waterfall view quite easily taking this path, and it’s a nice little spot for a very quick walk.
Unfortunately, it looks like any further section of the loop trail on this side is unmaintained. There’s no clear markings, substantial overgrowth, and several downed trees. I tried going forward through these things, but at one point it was so unclear where the path was supposed to be I felt I had to turn back with my dog. I wasn’t too far in from the estate view, so I’m not sure if it eventually clears up (if you navigate with Google maps or something for a bit).
The views of the waterfall and Fairlane are amazing. The trails are under construction right now, and the connector trails are overgrown and barely passable. The river and banks are loaded with trash.
Guys if you are feeling bad that you couldn’t go to UP to see fall colors. Take a hike of this waterfall loop and you won’t be missing out much. Really quite, wild and scenic walk.
Needs ice cleats on the trails.
So relaxing and beautiful I love this trail love all the trees. Highly recommend to go for a walk, bike ride, dog walking etc. make sure to bring cold water and you will be okay. Plenty of shade and trees so it stays cool. Love the bridges and water. I adore this trail so much.