Storybook Trail

The West Bloomfield Storybook Trail is an outdoor walkable picture book activity. Families are encouraged to take a walk and engage with the story throughout the time on the trail. The Storybook Trail promotes early literacy, a love of nature, and a healthy lifestyle. Each page includes suggested activities to keep children engaged between pages. Visit the trail regularly to enjoy a new story!

This project is a partnership between The West Bloomfield Public Library and West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation.

Location & Length

The Storybook Trail is located within the trail that runs behind the civic center complex. It begins behind the Youth Terrace of the West Bloomfield Public Library. The Civic Center Trails are unpaved nature trails with hills and uneven terrain. The walk ends at the sledding hill with an uphill climb. The length is 0.4 miles. While walking on the trail, please stay on the main path as there is poison ivy further back on the sides of the path.

Upcoming Events on the Trail

Halloween Storybook Stroll
Friday, October 23, 2026
4:30 PM–6:00 PM

Read this month’s book as you trick-or-treat along the trail. You can start your walk at the Storytime Terrace anytime from 4:30-5:30 PM, but you must finish by 6 PM to collect all your treats for walking the trail. Costumes welcome!  For ages 1-10 years. While Supplies Last. Registration is required. Children must be present and participating to receive treats. Please register each child who will attend. 

Current: My Path by Jana Curll

Next Up: This year, a witch! by Zoey Abbott