The Falling Waters Trail

One of Jackson’s most distinctive county parks, the Falling Waters Trail is a 10.5 mile long linear park, created on the bed of the former Michigan Central Railroad.

Our downloadable, printable map will act as your guide along the Falling Waters Trail. Use it along your walk to identify the locations of common sighting and bird-friendly habitats.

This long, narrow park is perfectly suited for a leisurely bird watching stroll. Unbothered by the noise of cars or other motorized vehicles, bird watchers will enjoy a walk down a 12 foot wide, level path. In addition to birds, many wildflowers and small creatures also call the areas along the trail their home.

This quiet corridor connects several neighborhoods as it runs east to west, spanning from Weatherwax Drive, just south of downtown Jackson, to the village of Concord.

The park’s name pays homage to the Native American name for this area, “the Land of Falling Waters,” inspired by the fact that Jackson County is the headwaters of four Michigan rivers. Sandstone Creek meanders alongside of the trail, and the trail actually crosses dazzling Lime Lake on an old causeway.

Open one hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset, the trail is accessible during prime bird watching occasions.

For more information:
Jackson County Parks and Recreation: (517) 788-4320

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http://www.fallingwatertrail.org

Friends of the Falling Waters Trail
c/o Jackson County Parks
1992 Warren Ave.
Jackson, MI 49203