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Novi Tree Farm
44 reviews
3.61 of 5
Set on a 500-acre parcel bought by the City of Novi, the system combines dense hardwoods, open meadows, and an old tree nursery. An existing system of hike/ski trails has been supplemented by new technical singletrack created by the MMBA. Hunting is not permitted, making it an attractive choice in the fall.
The trail is blazed with yellow directional arrows and white "Mountain Bike Trail" placards. Most of the technical riding occurs in the first and last couple of miles.
More than anything, this trail needs RIDERS. Steady usage will smoothe and define the tread, AND keep the City of Novi from turning it into a GOLF COURSE. That option is being heavily promoted, and could easily happen if usage is low. SAVE A TRAIL-- RIDE NOVI!
From I-96, exit 162 (Novi Road), north on Novi Road 1.6 miles to traffic light at Old Novi Road, turn left. Proceed 0.1 mile to South Lake Shore Drive, turn left, then 0.4 mile to Lakeshore Park. Parking and trailhead are on left, beach on right. There is a gated 0.3-mile access road to the trailhead in the far left (southeast) corner of the main parking lot. Park in the main lot if gate is closed. At end of access road is a picnic shelter, portable toilet (in season) and trailhead sign with map.A second access, with parking, is planned along the southern boundary (12 Mile Road) in 1999, after completion of sewer project. This will be free.Access through Lakeshore Park is free for Novi residents, fee for non-residents between Memorial and Labor Days.
Summary: This trail is good for beginers. Saving grace is the few small log rides and the "bowl" at the end. The pump track is more like a BMX track for lawn gnomes, c'mon guys and gals get the spacing long enough to actually pump.
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Summary: This is s great trail -- Milage is up to 10 miles now, new signage has been added and most of the areas of the trail that were 2-way traffic are now 1-way. The trail is one of the best marked ones in the area -- look for the yellow arrows. A lot has gone into make this is great trail. Nothing is too techinical about it, the trail is tight, with tight turns, a few log ramps, the Crater, a few rock gardens. Check it out -- it will help your handling skills and give your lungs a great workout if you push yourself.
Recommended Route: Take the Novi road exit from I-96, go north -- take a left at the 4th stoplight ( i forgot the name of the road.) Once on that road take it to Lakeshore drive (first stop light) -- Turn left on Lakeshore (the Lakeshore grill will be on your right) --- Take lakeshore drive maybe a 0.5 half mile and the park entrance will be on the left. You will have to pay to park from May 31 to Labor day, but if you come after 6p.m. then there should be no attendant on duty.
Other recommended trails in the same area: pontiac lake, highland, pickney rec
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Summary: Trail was better than the last time we were there (I forgot when) but still it NEEDS MORE SIGN!!! Plus you have to pay $4 everytime you go there for being not a State Park .
Other recommended trails in the same area: Island lake, Pontiac trail and Maybury trail can be good alteratives
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Summary: WOW, they can not pack any more trail in there! It's not a XC trail and it's POORLY marked. I had fun riding the trail, but would not take it as a training ride. The trail is more turns and tight fitting between trees then anything....
The trail came to an end a few times due to const. in the area. I can see a rider getting lost and coming down the wrong way, so keep your eye out for other riders that might have taken a wrong turn (many of about 50)and coming right towards you. As I said, it is marked really poorly and is more of a BMX trail then a XC trail. It was fun to ride though and if you have never been there check it out..
Recommended Route: Pont.
Other recommended trails in the same area: Island lake is down the street if you didnt get your fill...!
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Summary: I really enjoy riding this trail. Someone has done an outstanding job on this trail. While not extremely technical, it provides numerous options (rock gardens, log crossings) for a bit more of a challenge. Close to suburbia, easy access. Best time so far 55 minutes per loop, with two loops as the norm.
Recommended Route: Go right at every trail crossing unless marked otherwise.
Other recommended trails in the same area: Mayberry, Island Lake, Pontiac Lake
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