Maybury State Park

Beautiful Park...reminds me of Joshua tree. Always make a visit whenver I'm in the area. And for sure will be a return to it. I really like how open and spacious it is. It has routes for people who want to go on a jog, people that are bikers, and more. On top of that, there's lots of nature and animals around the area that people can appreciate. Sometimes it's nice to take a step back and just admire the earth.

There’s a small play area for kids and a charming little farm with an $8 entry fee… children under 2 get in free. But the real highlight here is the trail. Whether you’re into hiking or bike riding, this park is perfect for both. Bring the whole family and enjoy biking through the scenic trails. It’s a beautifully maintained park where you can truly lose yourself in nature. The forest surroundings make you forget you’re so close to a major city. We had an amazing time and keep coming back more often. This is easily my top pick for a bike trail park.

This park is amazing in any season! Went for a winter walk and it was just beautiful. Highly recommend the walking trails. I always start at the sanitorium entrance. A history sign is there for a short lesson!

Very beautiful scenic park, quiet are, serene. Good place to walk your dog if you have one & inta kalib. Recommend wearing hiking shoes.

I love maybury state park. Lots of trails to walk, different ones, some paved and others not through the woods. It’s a great place to walk. Theres two little free libraries, a playground, lots of pavilions, cute little signs with the areas history are scattered through it also.

A vast state park with lots of bike and walking/running trails. I got lost and ran for 3 hrs. Make sure you pick a path, watch your surroundings or carry your phone for directions if all else fails. Watch for tree roots on paths and mosquito repellent is a must plus check yourself for ticks when you get home. It is Beautiful!!!

Rec pass needed. Horses, dogs and kids friendly. Mountain bike trail, hiking trail, fishing ponds, picnic area, playground

Absolutely wonderful state park! They have ALL the trails! Walking/running (paved) trails, hiking (dirt) trails, mountain bike trails (that you can hike in reverse and yield to bikes, but be careful!), and they even have horse trails (watch out for the poop). The old road system in the sanatorium was converted to the blue paved trail system. The hiking trails are green blazes, the mountain bike trails are yellow blazes, and the horse trails are red blazes. They have it all! All are well marked with numbered posts throughout the park to mark junctions and progress! In late June, I hiked all the green and all the yellow trails by foot, and a lot of the paved trail too! Logged 10 miles on day 1 and 8 miles on day 2. Excellent! Watch out for the bugs and ticks, I had them buzzing around constantly, but repel was effective as long as you covered all exposed skin with it. You’re definitely out in the woods so be careful with the bugs! Saw some deer (mother with her baby), they did their typical run away, then look right at you with their ears straight up routine. The section of the trails in the back (far right when looking at the map) was my favorite, lots of trees, but a little more open too. They even have outhouses scattered throughout and no joke, they are fully stocked with TP! But please put the seat down when you’re done! People are so inconsiderate when they don’t read the instructions, but it’s probably the kids. Lots of play areas for them, but don’t worry, there are plenty of quiet areas far away from them too if you’re looking for peace and quiet! The one thing they don’t really have is water fountains, but if you’re really nice to Tess at the front desk in the HQ building, you can definately use the water fountain there, it’s got a bottle filling station built-in, so that’s what saved me so I could get all the mileage in, but still stay hydrated throughout the day! Lots of people use this park for activities, seemed popular with the locals, but it definately was NOT crowded at all when I went and the light rains probably helped a lot with that, but it also cooled down everything too. There were some dummies hiking the mountain bike trails in the same direction as the bikes (so they CANNOT see the bikes coming), stupid is as stupid does. But that’s the dummest thing they do here, so you’re in good with everything else. Trails seemed well maintained, except for the mountain bike trail towards the end (which is the beginning for hikers because we go in reverse). Lots of fallen trees blocking the mountain bike trails. Maintenance staff will clear them if reported, so just let them know because they really do care and will maintain the park! Watch out for the widow makers, they are out there! Great staff all around! Great park all around! Enjoy it, but be safe!

Maybury State Park is undoubtedly one of Michigan's most popular state parks, renowned for its well-maintained trails and scenic beauty. Our family of four recently experienced our first hike here on the West Loop Trail, and it was an unforgettable outing. The weather was perfect, with temperatures in the 70s and a pleasant breeze, making the park feel incredibly peaceful. The hike itself was not difficult, even for our 3-year-old, who ran joyfully throughout the trail. The abundance of shade along the trail created a happy, relaxed vibe. Parking was a breeze, and the park was not crowded, which added to the tranquility of our experience. Maybury State Park features eight fantastic trails, each offering something unique: 1. Maybury Hiking Trail Loop - 3.1 miles 2. Maybury Mountain Bike Trail - 6.7 miles 3. Maybury State Park Paved Trail - 4.8 miles 4. Maybury State Park West Loop - 1.3 miles 5. Maybury Short Loop - 1.0 mile 6. Equestrian Trail Loop - 6.3 miles 7. Maybury Bluebird Meadows Trail - 0.9 miles 8. Wayne Hill Peak Loop - 2.0 miles For those seeking a more strenuous hike, there are trails with elevation gains ranging from 32 to 387 feet. Whether you are looking for a leisurely stroll or a challenging trek, Maybury has the perfect trail for you. The park is rich with wildlife, wildflowers, and offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities. Accessibility is a key feature, with a track chair program providing off-road and electronic chairs for visitors with mobility challenges, allowing access to areas typically unreachable with traditional wheelchairs. Horseback riding enthusiasts will also find miles of equestrian trails to explore. Additional amenities include ample parking, benches near the parking area, clean restrooms, and a welcoming environment for both kids and dogs. The park is open every day from 8 am to 10 pm. Overall, Maybury State Park is a gem for nature lovers, offering a perfect blend of accessibility, natural beauty, and recreational opportunities. Whether you are hiking, biking, or simply enjoying a peaceful day outdoors, Maybury State Park is a fantastic destination for all ages.

I will never get tired of Maybury State Park. It's my favorite place for a hike on the west side of metro Detroit. I come here throughout the year, but my favorite season to hike the various trails is in autumn. I spent around 4 hours walking several trails off the main paved walkway, and it was so picturesque with the changing color of the leaves. I can spend all day here. There are trails for cyclists, too.

This is a free state park that is very clean and bathrooms and trails are well kept! I always love coming here with my dog because it has a wide variety of trails (paved and hiking) and the hiking are on the easier side.

Northville Gem Beautiful walk ways clean relaxing atmosphere opportunity to relax and get closer to nature without going all the way up north Great place to walk bike or hike Need more places like this

I love everything about this park except for how close all the trails are to one another. There are horse, mountain bike, and walking trails that all overlap, and sometimes that can get very confusing! Especially if you're hiking with a dog who loves eating horse poop and you're worried about them getting in the way of speedy bikes! Other than that, this park is great! It is definitely a highly trafficked one so if you're trying to avoid people, this isn't the one to go to. The main hiking trail loop clocks in at about 3 miles, but you can definitely add on like a half mile or more depending on which parking lot you park in. Highly recommend for all activities! I know there's also a paved path as well that is even longer, so it's super accessible to all, which is awesome! :)

I can't believe this is my first time at this park. It's a nice walk among the trees and nature. We parked over by the walnut shelter area, we were looking for the famous archway. We had a nice open paced walk by the walnut shelter parking area. There's a playground nearby and the Maybury farm is also within view. We drove by the 8 mile entrance to find the archways. If it wasn't so dark by the time we found the archway, we would have done another walk by the trails near the archways. This path looks ideal for a shady walk among the trees.

This place is very nice went twice as we purchased the year pass put of state $38 lots of nice hiking trails both through the woods and paved as we had a 14 year old dog in a stroller so paved trail was nice and a good long walk

Beautiful park! The playground was really nice but I wish there were more signs regarding a bathroom. I asked 3 separate people and none of them knew if there was a bathroom. Luckily, since it was regarding my kids, I had one available in my car for them to use. Nonetheless, I liked the newer playground. My kids could've played for hours! The surrounding scenery was Pure Michigan.

Maybury State Park was on my list of parks to go and try out but never seemed to get the opportunity to go. I've been missing out, seriously the place is huge and trails are everywhere. They have walking trails, running and biking paths. Everything was cleaned and well maintained as well. The wooden decks and walking bridges are beautifully maintained and have sitting areas along the walk as well. Feeding stations are set up so if you feel the urge to feed the ducks or fishies go right ahead. Dogs are allowed as well as long as you keep them on a leash. It's really a hidden gem and a must experience park. Walked about 3 miles and saw plenty of deer, ducks, birds, beavers and of course the squirrels. They have numerous trails to choose from as well. Hard to easy to satisfy any walking, jogging or biking enthusiasts. A must try if you love nature and exercise.

We paid for the annual entry fee of $20. Parking is easy here, the trail is not very well marketed if you're here for a walk. We came door a walk and it was confusing and as people walked by many asked each other for directions. It's pretty, but not sure how often we will be back.

**During Covid** I'm very impressed with this park - so many trails to explore and several maps throughout the park. I greatly appreciate the benches being available throughout the whole paved trail please note there's no benches on the dirt trail. I will say if you have me problems you might want to bring and hiking stick to get you up little mini hills throughout the trail. -restrooms are available but they aren't being maintained fully due to the pandemic so heads up you might want to bring some toilet tissue but they were clean. I'll definitely probably be back with my hiking boots to explore more of the dirt trails. Happy hiking!!!

I took my girl for leaf hunt assignment for her school. Trail is well maintained and there were a lot of beautiful trees. It was very nice to see trees turning colors. Also there was a nice clean playground. My 4 years old enjoyed playing in there. I would definitely come back again and to hike and take more photos. What a beautiful state park.

I love this state park. It is beautiful, well-maintained, and perfect for running, hiking, and walking. They're all different options depending what you're looking for. There is a paved area, as well as many trails through the woods. My biggest issue is I always get lost. There is signage but I still get confused. It's probably me not the park itself since some of my friends don't have this problem. There is also a unique history to this park in area. So make sure to take the time to read the signs and learn all about it. And if you have to pick a time to visit, I would say go in the fall or even once it starts snowing. It is beautiful there.

Love this State park. Always clean. Walking trails are kept up. Quite a bit of cash has been spent on upgrades over the last couple of years. New playscape for the future adults, new pavilions, new path on Beck road, and a new maintenance building. There are a couple of ponds that have decks built over them allowing for fishing or quiet contemplating. The mountain biking trail is very popular. Also has a animal farm that is accessible from further west on 8 mile. This is a definite go to place in my book.

Great serene place, very beautiful, I found two geocaches. Lots of people don't wear masks which is unfortunate, I think it would be polite and safer to keep one on you and put them on when crossing someone. I do this in addition to stepping away because people don't have masks.

Maybury State Park is a great place to hike. Recently we took a nice long walk here and it was pleasant. It sure is a great place to do science and learn new things. There are flowing waters, ponds, marshes, fens and hills. The forest stands are varied and include oak and other hardwoods and pines in plenty. My favorite place is a small pond surrounded by pines. It is very small but has a beach - which is also very small - there is sandy soil here and the pines are very tall. From the tracks I found there the animals seem to like to use it as their watering hole. Plenty of tadpoles and frogs in the season to photograph (if you can get near to them) and study them in their natural habitat.

This park is unbelievably beautiful and well maintained by the park staff. It's a must see park. I spend a lot of time at Maybury. It's perfect for running, horseback riding, mountain biking and many other things. Love Maybury! Call

Me and my boyfriend where super bored one day and was like let's go walking. We heard this was a great place for cool trails. We decided to start on the main trial and slowly wonder off. We had a hard time navigating at one point but a nice old guy told us to take the long way towards the pound cuz it had a nice view. So we did just that. After discussing our deepest thoughts and how hot it was while we were running out of water we finally found the pound the nice guy was talking about. It was a beautiful place to sit and talk. The way back was tiring but I definitely got my steps in. I also liked the random squirrels that will randomly scare the crap out of you when your deep in the wood. 10/10 would recommend

Took a walk during fall. It was beautiful! Would love to visit again! Just a tip though because I didn't know, it's $10 for the whole day (unless this changes). Don't forget your cash!

I really enjoy this park. It's just down the road from us, plus my husband renewed my license tab with a park pass.. so really, I should be coming here a lot more than I do. Maybury has nice walking trails, great mountain biking and.. horse stables! I prefer my rides a little more fast paced so we don't really ride here, but if you just want to ride with a group at walking pace it's great for beginners and still fun. I like to swing by the stables for a few and watch/pet the horses, I just love them! It does get busy here on the weekends, so if you're looking for some more quiet along with your peace, come during the week if you're able. Maybury is quite a bit smaller than nearby Kensington, though both are great to visit if you're in need of some nature and outdoor fun. Also, if someone felt inclined to buy me a horse that would be great. I'll take an Appaloosa and I'll call it Freckles. That's all.

Wouldn't expect this to be as amazing as it is because it's not publicized as much. Is a hidden gem of a state park, love every visit I have had here. Huge park. Different trails and even have different areas. One are actually has horseback rides too!

I needed a place to get out and get some exercise and enjoy nature but not be so far from civilization that i couldn't find a road if i meandered too far off the path! I did the "full"hiking path and it came out to be about 3 miles on my trail tracker! Seeing all the colors in the fall was so wonderful and cheerful! There was enough people, even on a cool fall day, but not so many to make it unbearable and loud in the woods! Enjoy the parks, support the local nature!

Visited here for pony rides. My younger child is three years old and this was the first ride. The staff was friendly and throughly supportive all the time, so we felt safe during the ride. Great experience for young children.

The paved trail is a pretty basic down and back setup which I'm guessing is about 1-1.5 miles round trip. If you have a stroller it's really your only option. There isn't really much to see on this section. Most other trails in maybury park are dirt roads with the odd horse passing by.

If you have a rec pass its "free." If not you have to pay 10 bucks for one before entering the park. There is plenty to do here from hiking, biking, horseback riding, to having picnics and bbqs. The park isn't as big as I thought but it is a fun place to see some nature. We came here on a rainy day so I definitely want to come back in a nicer day.

We love this park. Great hiking trails and great scenery. It's never too busy which is nice. My sister and I go and bring her dog. Highly recommend!

Great place to just go and hang or bring your family and visit one of the few historic barns in Michigan. The kids will love the playgrounds and animals and it's a wonderful place to hike or ride bikes. For the more adventurous try the mountain bike loop which is a blast if you're up for it.

This trail is a very tough but fun trail it has a good amount of features but the thing that I personally didn't like was the tech parts because there was I think too many inclines and on those inclines there would be rocks tree stumps or broken bits although that is there this trail is very fun and can make you more confident in MTB

Maybe it was the sunshine, maybe the company, but I haven't felt this close to nature since 1990 when I went Whitewater Rafting in West Va, and our raft guide, Chuck, dubbed "the wild child" (I think it was self imposed)--delivered home made Moonshine to our campsite at dusk. Maybury has well groomed trails for hiking, terrific paved trails, and equestrian trails if you feel like riding. They have a plethora of picnic areas, and tons of little inlets off of the paths where you can stop your activity and just hang out with the sun on your face. A bonus is the sweet caterpillar monkey bars back toward the oak picnic area. Plus, clean bathrooms with vending machines outside, just in case you are a soda pop addict, and can't find your way out to get your fix. You need a state park pass to enter. They are only $25 for the year, and think about how many parks there are in Michigan!

The awesome parks around metro Detroit are it's best kept secret. Although Maybury is nowhere near as big as Kensington and Island Lake Park what it lacks in size it makes up in quality and character. At the beginning of a park there is a large farm with a petting zoo. There you will find rabbits, goats horses and many other animals. There are miles of hiking trails both paved and through the brush and a mountain biking course that is second to none in the area. I went here with my eight-year-old nephew and his family the other week, we had a great time walking around and using the large playground area to play tag with him. There is a park shelter that you can rent out that was currently in use for a kids birthday party. It reminded me of the great times in my youth when my parents would throw me birthday parties at the very same park shelter and lead us on treasure hunting trips scavenger-hunt style. I may be biased because my on childhood memories at this park but I would rank the Northwest metro Detroit parks like this: 1. Maybury State Park - Northville 2. Island Lake State Park (it has a bomb canoeing and mountain biking) 3. Lakeshore Park - Novi 4. Kensington State Park Although I've given a ranking I think all these parts are amazing. Anyone have a more extensive experience with Metro Detroit area parks? Any big ones I'm missing? Let me know what you think is the best! I would love to visit them.

This is a great park and great proximity to Northville, Novi, Plymouth, etc. Last weekend I went out on the Mountain Bike trail which I hadn't done for almost 10 years. The trail was great, very well groomed and a great ride. A couple weekends ago I checked out the fishing on the pond too. I spotted some monster bass so that may become my life's obsession to catch those suckers. Although they seem pretty content to let the little guys go for the bait. If you like the outdoors and live in the area, this is a place you must check out, sure not to be disappointed.

Soild mountain biking course (advanced/expert)... check out mmba.org for more info. enter on the 8mile road entrance. (not beck rd.)

This place is awesome! I came by in preparation for a 5k race next weekend. I soon met a friendly runner who enthusiastically pointed me in the direction of the hiking trail - he kindly mentioned that it's mostly downhill, so the trip back would require some extra gas haha. Sweet. Anyway, he was right, but it was so beautiful I just couldn't care. Extra points given to all the lovely ladies who show up in full-on makeup for a walk in the state park with their designer dogs in tow. Be prepared to purchase a state park pass if you didn't get one from the Secretary of State!

Not being much of an outdoorsy type, I just enjoyed the beauty of nature, especially the beautiful colors of the leaves. That was enough for me. And believe me, there were pu-lenty of leaves. Yes.

I love this place and I come here as often as I can. There's a ton of walking trails and mountain bike trails. There is a beautiful pond that you can walk to and theres almost always swans there swimming. Very peaceful and serene. The whole park is breath taking. There's public bathrooms, horse riding, picnic areas, and a small playground area for the children. You do need a state park permit to get in. They open everyday at 8am and close at dusk. I would highly recommend coming here. You can walk your dog here as well,but they must be on a leash!

Nice paved trails here. Not a long route, but definitely smooth enough for inline skating or young bikers with training wheels.

Great State Park to train at. Plenty of trails to run and ride. Lots of fields...bathrooms, if needed, are in working order and usually pretty clean. Trails are great to run on, most of the Mountain Bike Riders are good people who don't mind in sharing the trail with runners. The only pain if you are there to train are the snot nosed horse instructors/ guides. They are quite loud, rude and think they own the entire park. I have found the best time to run the trails there is around 930am-12noon time frame on weekdays. Great place! This and Island Lake are well worth the rec passport. That being said, I don't think I have EVER seen someone working the gate there.

Perfect park for anyone commuting from the western detroit suburbs to Detroit, dearborn, or any of those areas. It is right on the way, bu this is also the reason it isn't getting a 5 star review. And it is nothing the park did wrong. It's just, right in the way. Beck road and 8 mile turn into parking lots during the hours i was commuting and i would fight the crowds to go running here before or after work. Other than that, the park is fantastic. Paths are well maintained, people and staff are friendly. It is seclusion in the heart of suburban detroit. ideal for a quick retreat. One last thing, and again no fault of the park, but people please clean up after your dog leaves a pleasant little pile on the trail. The amount of time i've spent scraping my shoes off with a stick is looking like hours nowadays. cheers to you maybury, you rock! jeff

On the plus side there are lots of trails, including hiking, biking, and equestrian. That being said, you may have guessed from it's suburban location that this is more of a Metropark than a State Park. It is very accessible, and has the trails are highly customizeable, so you can hike as far, or as little as you want. I've been here twice, and both times it was busy, even though once was in late Fall. There are lots of picnic locations, and it is a pretty venue. Try hiking down to the lake, and then enjoying the "pond trail" that skirts around it. Serious hikers will not find this very challenging though.

I caught many blue gill.It can get crowded from campers to pedestrians,the best time to go is early in the morning.

Recently moving to the area, it's nice to have a state park nearby, and this one is far better than other ones I have frequented, such as Sterling State Park in my hometown. We first went here on an unusually warm autumn Sunday, and it was packed! Bikers, hikers, dog walkers, and ever horse riders. It was crowded, which was kind of annoying, but I realized you can't blame people for wanting to come here. I only wish I owned a bike, and I will purchase one with an intent of coming here to ride on the numerous trails. The small lake itself doesn't seem like a prime fishing destination, but I may even try that when it warms up outside. My wife and I came here in the dead of winter and were still surprised to see joggers going up and down the trails. It was a very clean place as well... not a spot of litter on the ground, and the restrooms are clean and plentiful (even unlocked at all times).

I've been here a couple times, once for a company picnic and most recently on a doggy meetup hike thingy. About a dozen of us trekked through the snowy trails throughout the park. You'll feel like you're out in the middle of nowhere, but the trails are good and fairly easy to hike. My old labrador and I walked for over an hour, enjoying the peace and quiet. No stickers required to get in during the winter, I guess. The park was clean, but the road to get in wasn't plowed out very well, so be prepared to use your fancy Michigan driving skills if you venture there in the winter.

Love this park and the farm too. Kept very clean. Absolutely beautiful in the fall with huge trees and paved trail. Great place for mountain biking with challenging bike trails. You can see the horses too on their equestrian trails that you could pay to ride for yourself. Bathrooms are throughout and also kept clean. Small play area in the front of the park for toddlers/kids with covered picnic area. Very nice. Seems like a popular location with a busy parking lot most times I've been here throughout the year.

Maybury offers a great place to cross country ski. I would say the mountain bike trails offer a good challange. I love sking around trees and gliding down short hills.

Small park but pretty easy to navigate. Close to home and good place for a quick spontaneous run. Cute little play ground too. I have yet to run the trails but I hear they are packed full of bikers and not good for trail running.

Nice park but I have a couple of issues. The trail markers do not always have "you are here" marked, so if you are unfamiliar you may not be able to figure out where you are. The mountain bike trail is definitely a "black diamond". No way to get off easily if you have had enough. I saw a broken pedal at one point - which is not a good sign.

LOVE it here! Great place to the the dog or go for a run. Paths are well groomed and park is well maintained. If you buy the license plate tag when you renew your license plate it covers this park.

This "little" park is AMAZING !!! You would not know it is in the middle of such a busy bustling area. The DNR here are great - they keep the park up very nicely !!! I bring my kids out all the time. But i really love to go here for myself ... my dogs love it too. Walking trails are not only beautiful but nice and wide so i dont have to get to close to other dogs with my fur-kids. Plus the riding stable entrance (off of Beck) is great with lots of parking, plus we get to stop and see the horses (another bonus for my kids). The staff there are always super nice and let us pet the horses across the fence. There is a huge play area off the 8 mile entrance - my little ones could spend hours there. The annual pass to get into all the state parks in michigan is 11$ and well worth every penny !!

One of the smaller state park but still is great. Plenty of hiking trails and bike paths. Plenty of space plenty picnic tables and beautiful scenery.