Hickory Forest

Acreage: 76

Miles of trail: 2.5

Owned By: Recreational Authority of Traverse City and Garfield Township

Hickory Forest has steep, rolling topography compelling for passive public recreation and resource preservation. Trailhead access is located off Barney Road, across from Harris Road. It is contiguous to Hickory Hills (owned by the City of Traverse City) and by extension, Hickory Meadows (Recreational Authority). The 76-acre property is mostly comprised of mesic northern forest and harbors exceptional floristic quality with habitat for many faunal species that rely upon this forest type. With its sustainable trail design implemented in November of 2023, the property offers a quality trail experience along earthen trails, protective of ecologically-fragile areas.