Bike or Hike the Trails at Wahlfield Park
If you’re looking for a great park to hike, Wahlfield Park is the place to go. Kids will love the visual scavenger hunt and crossing several wooden bridges along the trails.
Trails are for hikers and mountain bikers. Enjoy your lunch at picnic tables at the trailhead while the kids play on the playground.
Wahlfield Park is one of over 50 walking trails in West Michigan. Learn all about this special park.
Exciting News
Wahlfield Park is one of many parks in the area to be receiving updates in 2025.
Updates and changes for Wahlfield Park include a 10-acre dog park, new restroom and washing facility, and a new 100 space parking lot at the mountain bike and playground trailhead.
The Scoop on the Trails at Wahlfield Park
Wahlfield Park is tucked away off of Alpine and 8 Mile Road and offers 283 acres (yes, you read the right!) of natural land to explore. The trails vary from wooded creek views to endless, open field views.
A large playground is at the trail head along with several picnic tables. We hit the trails first and then rewarded enthusiastic hikers with a snack and playtime!
There are several wooden bridges crossing the creek that makes their way through the park, but the majority of the trails are dirt or gravel–so it’s best to leave the strollers behind.
Get the Kids Excited for a Hike
Wahlfield Park
6811 Alpine Ave, Alpine Township, MI 49321
A fun visual scavenger hunt is available. Useful in keeping little hikers interested as you check everything off your list. What a neat idea!
Your little ones will love leading the way around the winding trails at Wahlfield Park.
It’s pretty easy to find your way back to where you started–so go ahead and let the kids take the wheel on your hike!
It’s always fun to let them make decisions about which way will supply the best adventures (you may find yourself heading in the direction of the creek and bridges).
The hiking trails are hilly, but nothing too steep. This is a good hike for little kid legs to keep busy without getting tired out.
A good reminder with kids in tow, restrooms are available seasonally May – October.
On Foot or By Bike
Wahlfield Park is a must-visit for avid bikers as many of the winding trails are designed for just that.
The trail length is 6.5 miles long.
In fact, the trail system in place at Wahlfield Park was designed by The Western Michigan Mountain Biking Alliance.
Add the semi-hilly terrain to the mix between field and woods–and you’ve got what mountain bikers dream about!
Before you go, a little about the biking trials. They offer moderate to intense difficulty with tight switchbacks, steep hills, and portions of the trail are cliff side with a steep drop off.
FAQs
Are dogs allowed at Wahlfield Park?
Yes, on a 6 ft leash.
How long is the hiking/biking trail at Wahlfield Park?
6.5 miles in length.
What is the difficulty level of the hiking trail?
They offer moderate to intense difficulty with tight switchbacks, steep hills, and portions of the trail are cliff side with a steep drop off.
Is Wahlfield Park accessible?
Yes, however the trails are not stroller friendly.
What time of year is Wahlfield Park open?
Wahlfield Park is open year round, but restrooms are open seasonally (May – Oct).
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Hi, Caitlin! This looks like a very fun activity! Thanks for sharing this here on your site. 🙂
Regards,
Jack