Project Updates at the Lake St. Clair Metropark Nature Center

What Happened to the Trees at Lake St. Clair Metropark?

If you’ve walked the nature trails at Lake St. Clair Metropark recently, you may have noticed that the tree canopy looks a little thinner than usual—or seen a few cut tree trunks scattered across the marsh floor. You might be wondering: what happened to the trees? The trees that were removed were dead or dying cottonwoods that had become safety hazards for both visitors and park staff. Read more about why the trees were removed and about the future of the marsh by clicking here.

When Will the Bridge be Fixed?

The existing bridge is slated to be removed in late 2025 along with the construction of the foundations and approach work for the new bridge. Due to a very long production schedule for prefabricated bridges, we anticipate the new bridge will be set by Fall 2026. During this time of construction, certain areas of the nature trails will be intermittently closed.

What Events and Programs are Happening at the Nature Center?

The Lake St. Clair Metropark Nature Center has a variety of events and programs coming up from homeschool programs, guided hikes, art classes and more. Explore all the upcoming programs by clicking here.