The Border-to-Border Trail (B2B) is a non-motorized pathway that connects cities, parks, and many destinations throughout Washtenaw County. More than 40 miles of trail exist as a part of the B2B today, with 70 miles planned. Check out our Active Projects page to learn about plans and construction.
In 2015, the B2B was incorporated into the State of Michigan's Iron Belle Trail - a network of trails that is over 2,000 miles long and connects Belle Isle Park (Detroit) to Ironwood (western upper peninsula). We are proud to be a partner in this exciting trail initiative!
Key Project Elements & Goals
Completion of 35 miles of the Huron River Greenway - a paved shared-use pathway connecting Ypsilanti, Ann Arbor, and Dexter along the Huron River
Completion of 29 miles of the Huron Waterloo Pathway - a paved shared use path connecting Dexter, Chelsea, Stockbridge, the Lakelands Trail, and Pinckney in a "Loop"
Conservation of the Huron River corridor
Provide opportunities for transportation, recreation, river access, and links to neighboring counties
To the maximum extent possible, the trail is routed away from roads to create a safe a fun experience for a wide range of users
Distinctive signage system creates a unique identity for the B2B while helping users navigate the trail
Built on Partnerships
The B2B is the product of an ongoing collaboration of communities and organizations who are dedicated to safe, accessible, shared-use, non-motorized recreation and transportation.
Completion of the B2B is one of the Parks and Recreation Commission's top priorities. They have made a serious commitment to develop and expand access to multi-use, non-motorized trails throughout the county.
Washtenaw County Parks has teamed up with a non-profit organization called the Huron Waterloo Pathways Initiative (HWPI) in order to expand and accelerate completion of the B2B.
Get Involved
Looking to get involved in trail activities or volunteer to help keep the B2B enjoyable and safe for all trail users? The Friends of the Border-to-Border Trail is a non-profit group that helps us do just that!
