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Outdoor plans from Flint

Flint sits within reach of Saginaw Bay, the Thumb, and inland forests. Use the planner to narrow those choices by conditions and fit.

A local planning page by Chris Izworski

START POINT4850243.013° N
83.688° W

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Four places near Flint

These are starting ideas by straight-line distance. Use the planner for drive-fit and conditions.

Saginaw

Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge

About 28 rough miles

One of Michigan's standout wetland stops for waterfowl, raptors, and seasonal wildlife movement across a broad river floodplain.

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Milford

Kensington Metropark

About 33 rough miles

Woodland trails and Kent Lake make this a flexible southeast Michigan choice with several ways to use almost any season.

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Bay City

Bay City State Park

About 47 rough miles

Saginaw Bay shoreline, wetlands, boardwalks, and migration-season birding create a varied outdoor stop minutes from Bay City.

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Chelsea

Waterloo Recreation Area

About 53 rough miles

A large lake-and-forest landscape with room for a quiet hike, paddle, or fishing stop away from a single crowded focal point.

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