Southwest Michigan and Northwest Indiana are among the country’s most geologically and biologically diverse regions, and there’s no better way to explore them than from the the trails of the area’s parks and preserves.

That’s why a group of local residents has formed Harbor Country Hikers, a club that conducts themed hikes and presentations aimed at exploring our geology, history and plant and animal life. We invite you to join us.

We hike throughout the year and recruit hike leaders to cover a wide range of topics such as nature photography, birding, wildlife viewing, seasonal hiking, pre- and post-settlement history, local geology and more. And, we work with city, township and county park boards, and conservation groups, to create joint activities and provide support for their trails with amenities and trail stewardship.

We also vary the length and terrain of our hikes to accommodate a range of physical demands, from short to long, easy to strenuous. We want to make Harbor Country hiking available to everyone.

We look forward to hiking with you

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Harbor Country Hikers
Offers All-Terrain Rollator

Harbor Country Hikers is offering the use of an all-terrain rollator to members of the community who may have difficulty on some of the trails the group visits. The HCH board approved the purchase in order to open its outings to as many as possible. The balloon-like wheels are soft and roll over uneven surfaces such as sand, gravel or ungroomed trails often found on HCH outings. Hikers’ Secretary Cindi Fisher (pictured) said the all-terrain version will enable her to join the group on trails not accessible with the rollator she uses for balance on a daily basis. The device is offered on a first-come, first served basis to those who sign up for it at harborcountryhikers@gmail.com.

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Hikers Merch

Show off your Hiker pride with a hand-crafted walking stick and a Harbor Country Hikers hat. The walking sticks are made from a variety of wood species by one of our members and cost $10. The hats are $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Cash or check only. Both are available only at our hikes.