List of Ann Arbor Trails to Walk During Winter!

 Here are some Ann Arbor and nearby parks with trails that remain open over the Christmas holiday — great for winter walking, dog strolls, and fresh-air adventure (parks in Ann Arbor stay open year-round unless otherwise noted): City of Ann Arbor+1

City of Ann Arbor Parks (Open Year-Round)

These parks are public outdoor spaces — trails and paved paths are open during the holiday (typically dawn to dusk or park hours) and great for walking, running, or dog-friendly strolls. City of Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor City Parks

• Gallup Park – Scenic riverfront park with paved paths along the Huron River and part of the Border-to-Border (B2B) Trail — ideal for winter walking. City of Ann Arbor+1

• Nichols Arboretum – Nearly 3.5 miles of natural walking trails through wooded areas and along the river (dogs on leash welcome). Matthaei Gardens

• Bandemer Park – Riverside trails and green spaces along the Huron River. Yelp

• Lillie Park & Fuller Park – Smaller local parks with neighborhood paths and nature areas perfect for shorter walks. Yelp

• Buhr Park – Open year-round with wooded areas and winter activity options; includes groomed ski trails if conditions allow. Wikipedia

  
  

Border-to-Border (B2B) Trail

• A scenic multi-use trail that runs throughout Ann Arbor and beyond, much of it alongside the Huron River — excellent for winter walks, biking, and birdwatching. B2B Trail

  
  

Washtenaw County Parks (Open Winter Access)

These county parks also have trails and open space that are typically accessible over Christmas (check individual sites for exact hours; most are open daily from morning until dusk): Washtenaw County

• County Farm Park – Open year-round with woodlands, fields, and mixed trails for walking or jogging. Wikipedia

• Rolling Hills Winter Park – Offers trails and winter recreation (sledding hill, cross-country skiing) when snow conditions are present. Washtenaw County

  
  

Nearby Metroparks

• Hudson Mills Metropark – A large regional park northwest of Ann Arbor 

• with extensive hiking/bike trails along the Huron River (open year-round). Wikipedia

•  Tips for Winter Trail Walks

  • City park pathways: Ann Arbor parks collectively have around 90 miles of paths and trails that remain accessible in winter — some are cleared or salted after snow, though conditions change with the weather. City of Ann Arbor

  • Dress in layers and traction-friendly footwear, and expect slick or snowy sections on natural-surface trails. City of Ann Arbor