Rail-Trail
State: MI Length: 22.10 miles Surface: Asphalt, Crushed Stone
Northern Michigan's natural splendor is on display during a trip along the 22-mile Betsie Valley Trail. Stretching north and west from Thompsonville to Frankfort, the crushed limestone and asphalt trail travels through Pere Marquette State Forest ...
State: MI Length: 18.60 miles Surface: Dirt, Grass, Sand
The Big M Trail in Manistee National Forest is a cross-country ski trail and a mountain bike trail. There are actually four segments, each with varying levels of difficulty, from easiest to most difficult. The trail system winds through forests ...
State: MI Length: 2 miles Surface: Asphalt, Crushed Stone
The Boardman Lake Trail connects Traverse City neighborhoods, businesses, two parks and the district's library on a scenic route along the eastern shoreline of a large natural lake. One day, it's hoped the trail will extend for 5 miles, completely ...
State: MI Length: 8 miles Surface: Ballast, Crushed Stone, Dirt, Woodchips
The Grass River Natural Area has a system of six trails through wetlands and woodland, a beautiful retreat south of Lake Bellaire in northern Michigan. Some of the trails are pedestrian only, and the surfaces are a mix of dirt, wood chips and ...
State: MI Length: 20 miles Surface: Dirt, Grass, Gravel
Hartwick Pines State Park has 20 miles of multi-use trails. All trails are open to hiking and cross-country skiing; some permit mountain biking (15.5 miles' worth). Hunting (seasonal) is also allowed in parts of the park, and signs indicate ...
State: MI Length: 60 miles Surface: Ballast
The Irons Area Tourist Association maintains 60 miles of groomed trails for snowmobiles and ATVs in the Manistee National Forest. For more information, contact the tourist association or the national forest.
State: MI Length: 15.50 miles Surface: Asphalt
The 15-mile Leelanau Trail presents two distinct adventures along the former Leelanau Scenic Railroad line. Farm fields are followed by lush woods, and smooth cruising finishes off country rambling as the trail stretches south from Suttons Bay ...
State: MI Length: 220 miles Surface: Dirt, Grass, Sand
The Michigan Shore to Shore Riding & Hiking Trails stretches east–west across the state between Empire and Oscado. A south spur takes off from eastern Grand Tranverse County and heads toward Cadillac. A north spur takes off from wester Oscoda ...
State: MI Length: 210 miles Surface: Dirt, Grass
The Midland to Mackinac Trail, an ancient 210-mile Indian footpath, has been restored by members of the Boy Scouts' Auburn-based Lake Huron Area Council No. 265 and other volunteers. A trail reopening and dedication were held in the Spring of ...
State: MI Length: 14 miles Surface: Dirt, Grass
Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area provides a unique opportunity to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Located along Lake Michigan, this area encompasses 3,450 acres. Most dunes are 3,500 to 4,000 years old and some are as high ...
State: MI Length: 1.50 miles Surface: Dirt
Threading its way across our landscape, the North Country National Scenic Trail (NST) links outstanding scenic, natural, recreational, historic, and cultural areas in seven of our northern States--New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, ...
State: MI Length: 43 miles Surface: Dirt
State: MI Length: 0.30 miles Surface: Dirt
State: MI Length: 87.30 miles Surface: Asphalt, Ballast, Crushed Stone, Gravel, Sand
If a trip on the Pere Marquette Rail-Trail leaves you in love with this route, you are not alone. The Pere Marquette is one of the most heavily used trails in Michigan (the section between Midland and Clare), according to a 2002 Michigan State ...
State: MI Length: 14.70 miles Surface: Dirt, Grass, Sand
The trail is maintained by the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and has several overlooks of Lake Michigan. It is an extensive trail system through diverse habitat.
State: MI Length: 0.80 miles Surface: Ballast, Cinder, Crushed Stone, Dirt, Woodchips
Trail goes from parking lot on rapid City Road to over look of Skegemog Lake. About 1/2 mile is along the old C&O grade. Most of therest of the trail is over board walks in a cedar swamp. A few miles of the grade are open to use but are not ...
State: MI Length: 10.50 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete
The Traverse Area Recreation Trail (TART) is packed with urban excitement as it winds 11 miles through the infrastructure of Traverse City. The rail-trail cuts a west-to-east path from Carter Road to State Route 22 (M-22), where it connects ...
State: MI Length: 28 miles Surface: Dirt, Grass, Woodchips
Managed under agreement with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Grand Traverse County, and TART Trails, the Vasa Pathway is located amid the pristine beauty of the Pere Marquette State Forest. The Pathway, utilized by cross country ...
State: MI Length: 64 miles Surface: Ballast
The Wellston Area Tourist Association maintains about 64 miles of groomed trails for snowmobiling in the Manistee–Huron National Forest. For more information and maps, contact the Tourist Association.
State: MI Length: 92.10 miles Surface: Asphalt, Ballast, Crushed Stone, Gravel
The White Pine Trail is Michigan's longest rail-trail, following the former Grand Rapids and Indiana rail bed for 93.5 miles through five counties. This massive trail showcases a variety of landscapes, from swamps to forests to open farmland, ...