The Dequindre Cut Greenway is a nearly two-mile long below-grade recreational pedestrian path, connecting Eastern Market to the Detroit Riverfront and the residential neighborhoods in between.
The greenway features a 20-foot-wide paved pathway, which includes separate lanes for pedestrian and bicycle traffic.
Well-known for its stunning examples of urban artwork and graffiti, the greenway also features the unique Freight Yard, a gathering space comprised of nine repurposed shipping containers that showcase a wine and beer garden, food trucks, and entertainment throughout the summer months.
The Dequindre Cut is also a key part of the 27.5-mile Joe Louis Greenway, making it an important landmark for both locals and visitors to the area.
Entrance ramps to the Dequindre Cut are located at Atwater Street, Franklin Street, Woodbridge Street, Lafayette Street, Gratiot Avenue, Wilkins Street and Mack Avenue.
The David Campbell Terrace is an outdoor stage located just north of the Lafayette entrance on the Dequindre Cut. The Conservancy hosts music programs and events throughout the year at Campbell Terrace for visitors of all ages.
The Dequindre Cut Freight Yard is the go to destination for seasonal outdoor fun! Head to the Dequindre Cut to experience this outdoor beer and wine garden, built from nine repurposed shipping containers.
Along the length of the Dequindre Cut, visitors can view dozens of original murals and preserved graffiti under the overpasses and along the walls of the Cut.
Kids can come hop and play on the Grand Trunks located under multiple overpasses on the Dequindre Cut. Look for the trunks between mile markers 0.7 and 1.0.
Looking for a fun and fast way to get around the Riverwalk and greenways? Mogo Bike Rentals have multiple locations along the Detroit Riverfront including Mt. Elliott Park, Valade Park, Dequindre Cut, GM Plaza and Southwest Greenway.
The Dequindre Cut features an outdoor “Fit Park” offering workout equipment for public use. This outdoor exercise area is located near the Woodbridge entrance of the cut.
We're kicking off the season celebrating Eastern Market Flower Day with flower inspired cocktails, giant lawn games, Wicked Wingz, and music from the Karaoke Kingz!
Celebrate Eastern Market After Dark down at the Dequindre Cut Freight Yard on September 18th with music, face painting, interactive art, a Glow Roll and more!
Formerly a Grand Trunk Railroad line, The Dequindre Cut Greenway first opened in May 2009, with an extension opening in 2016.
Led by the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, the Dequindre Cut was created thanks to a public, nonprofit, and private partnership that included the federal government, the City of Detroit, the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, and the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation.
Visitors can enter the Cut at Atwater St., Lafayette St., Gratiot Ave., Wilkins and Mack Ave. Visit our map for details.
Without access to plumbing, there are no permanent restrooms on the Dequindre Cut. You can find port-a-johns near Campbell Terrace from April through October.
Visit our Dequindre Cut Murals page to learn more about the unique art along the Cut.
The Dequindre Cut does not have any designated parking lots, but street parking is available on surrounding streets to each entrance. Please visit our parking map for more information.
When parking to visit the Dequindre Cut Freight yard specifically, parking is available in the gravel lot at Wilkins and Orleans in Eastern Market and on nearby streets. Bike parking is available on-site, and a MoGo station is located right in front of the Freight Yard.
