Crim Trails

CRIM 5K - A History Hike
Take a trek back in time with this trail. Following the CRIM Festival of Races' 5K route, walkers pass many of Flint's historic venues, including homes once lived in by Flint's most prominent figures.

CRIM 8K - Flint Pass Times
See how Flint and Genesee County residents pass the time while following the CRIM Festival of Races' 8K route. This walk follows paved streets throughout downtown Flint. The route begins near the Character Inn on Saginaw Street and ends just blocks away.

CRIM 10 Mile - "Big" Time Flint
Big hills, big homes, big pictures - think big! Enjoy an oversized walk through Flint, while checking out several "big" venues. The route follows the CRIM Festival of Races' 10 mile trail, and leads you through downtown Flint along paved streets.

Using the WalkFlint
Interactive Map Guide

Roll over one of three color-coded lines in the map above to trace each route with your mouse. Use the navigation tools in the upper left corner of the map to zoom in and out. Click and drag on the map to move it around to learn more about where each route takes you. You can also click on the markers to learn about various attractions.

Attractions Directory

Atwood Stadium | 701 West Third Avenue
Home of the Flint Falcons Football team, this lighted stadium is owned by the City of Flint and can accommodate up to 11,000 people. The stadium is available for a wide range of events such as sports, concerts and festivals. Current efforts are underway to raise funds for its renovation. http://www.cityofflint.com/atwood/atwood.htm
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Flint Children's Museum | 1602 W. Third Avenue
The Flint Children's Museum exists to inspire discovery, learning and imagination through exploration and hands-on play.
It's a great destination for a scouting trip, class field trip or to stop during a fun walk through town! http://www.flintchildrensmuseum.org
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Flint Farmers' Market | 420 E. Boulevard Drive
The Flint Farmers' Market is part of a long tradition of bringing local products to a local audience. While you're visiting, check out the "Saturday atmosphere" of the market and do some unique shopping. There's no place in town like it!
www.flintfarmersmarket.com
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The Flint Journal "Overflow Parking" Mural | 101 E. First Street
On the side of building at The Flint Journal is the only major newspaper in Flint serving residents in Genesee, Lapeer and Shiawassee counties. In 1978, the City of Flint contacted renowned mural artist "Blue Sky" (formerly known as Warren Edward Johnson) to paint a mural on the side of the Flint Journal building. after seeing his work featured in People Magazine. The autos in this mural are actual size.
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Kettering University | 1700 W. Third Avenue
Formerly known as the "General Motors Institute," Kettering University is a grand engineering school located along the scenic Flint River on property that used to be the main manufacturing location for General Motors. It is named after inventor Charles Kettering. http://www.kettering.edu
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Michigan School for the Deaf | 1667 Miller Road
The school was founded in 1848 by an act of the Michigan State Legislature. The campus holds several oversized beautiful buildings that house programming and services that include certified teachers of the deaf, excellent role models that are both deaf and hearing and staff that are fluent in both American Sign Language (ASL) and English. http://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,1607,7-140-6530_38090---,00.html
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Miller Road Mansions
Enjoy this over-sized lifestyle as you stroll through many mansions built in Flint's history. Among homes in this area is that of Flint City Mayor Don Williamson.
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Mott Park/Golf Course | 2401 Nolen Dr.
The 9-hole course at the Mott Park Golf Course facility in Flint features all the hallmarks of Michigan golf; a very picturesque, well maintained course and quaint clubhouse to serve the simple golfers appetite. Mott Park Golf Course opened in 1923.  http://www.ci.flint.mi.us/parks/mottGC.htm
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Sloan Museum/Buick Gallery (Flint Cultural Center Campus)
The Alfred P. Sloan Museum, (1221 E. Kearsley St.) and the Buick Gallery & Research Center (303 Walnut St.) house the history of Flint and the Genesee County area, which includes an in-depth look at the history of the automobile. www.sloanmuseum.com
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Swartz Creek Golf Course | 1902 Hammerberg Rd.
This 27-hole facility is very challenging yet appropriate for golfers of all levels. It's player friendly, but still offers a champion layout. Other amenities include a full service golf shop, locker rooms, power cars, rental clubs, club repair service, public tennis courts and bar. http://www.ci.flint.mi.us/parks/swartz.htm
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The University of Michigan-Flint
In 1944, the Flint Board of Education requested that a University of Michigan Extension Office open in Flint. Key area citizens, who were already planning a cultural center for the area, were interested in the idea of higher education in the community. In 1965, the college admitted its first freshman class, making the Flint College the first four-year University of Michigan program offered outside of Ann Arbor. In 1971, the name was officially changed to The University of Michigan-Flint. www.umflint.edu
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Whaley Historical House | 624 E. Kearsley Street
The house was first constructed in 1859 and is one of Flint's last links to its 19th century past. From 1885 to 1925 this was the home of Robert and Mary Whaley. For over 40 years, Mr. Whaley served as president of Citizens Bank. Historical Note: During his tenure as president, he issued a $2,000.00 loan to William C. Durant and J. Dallas Dort that eventually led to the creation of General Motors. www.whaleyhouse.com
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