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The Clinton River is a state-designated water trail. Here’s what you need to know.
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk Nina Misuraca Ignaczak , Planet Detroit
· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The walk was focused on the Clinton River Water Trail, a state-designated trail with 23 public access points.
A group of individuals recently walked along the Clinton River in Utica, exploring the river's path into downtown. They passed by a floating dock and a log jam that had been recently cut. The riverbank was thick with vegetation, including Virginia creeper and poison ivy.
The walk was focused on the Clinton River Water Trail, a state-designated trail with 23 public access points. The trail stretches from Waterford to Lake St. Clair and has state-approved maps and safety signs.
Further details about the Clinton River Water Trail are available from Planet Detroit , which organized the walk and has more information about the trail and its features.
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Category: parks Published: July 27, 2026 Source: Planet Detroit Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A group of individuals recently walked along the Clinton River in Utica, exploring the river's path into downtown. They passed by a floating dock and a log jam that had been recently cut. The…
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