The $8 million path will link Midtown institutions like the DIA, Wayne State and the Detroit Medical Center with a wide, shared-use trail. Cyclists and pedestrians will be able to travel the loop; amenities will include bike storage lockers and racks, dog and human drinking fountains, dog waste stations, wayfinding signage, benches and LED pedestrian lighting.

The University Commons-Palmer Park area is located in northwest Detroit and is home to some of Detroit's premier neighborhoods, including Palmer Woods, Sherwood Forrest, University District and Green Acres. It also boasts established Detroit institutions like Palmer Park, University of Detroit Mercy, Detroit Golf Club, Marygrove College, Bakers Keyboard lounge, LaDolce Vita and Menjo's.