This is such a beautiful trail ! There are so many places to ride to and to stop along the way as well. The views of the little traverse bay are breathtaking ! We rode from downtown petoskey to downtown harbor springs . We brought our dog in a little bike trailer and he was even able to get out and enjoy the dog beach in harbor springs ! You can make an entire day of it stopping at shops and breweries along the way . Plenty of options that have socially distanced outdoor patios . This is a wonderful activity to do given the current pandemic as well !See more..
Traverse Area Recreation & Transportation (TART) Trails is a system of paved and dirt trails for walkers, hikers, bikers, skaters and skiers in Northern Michigan. Trails are open year-round and available for many users and uses. Many of the paved trails offer access to local breweries, wineries, coffeehouses, restaurants and other area attractions such as lakes, rivers and beaches. Many of the dirt trails offer world class mountain biking and hiking opportunities for users of various skill levels. Numerous area bike shops offer rentals for any type of technical or recreational riders. Dogs are also welcomed on the trails and must be leashed and cleaned up after.See more..
5.0Falling Waters Trail(116 reviews) - Valerie Stover, Broker/Owner Val Stover Real Estate Team Biking Trails
My dad, John Stover, used to take my sister and me on mountain bikes down this old rail to the Wooden Spoon in Concord for breakfast. We’d ride through Bunches of burrs and prickers and of course lots of mud! It was fun at the time, but I am also very content with the new much easier & smoother paved version at this point in my life. This is a great place to ride or walk/ run for all ages and ability levels. It is so nice not to have to worry about getting hit by a car!!! These trails are awesome and I love that Jackson continues to expand the trail system. I think it’s been a fantastic improvement to our community and has opened new and safe opportunities to get outside and enjoy nature. It is the best to see older and younger people out and about enjoying the trails. I included a painting I did about 10 years ago of my daughter and husband riding on this very trail, just west of Weatherwax Rd.See more..
Love having this so close. Great for walking, bike riding, or walking the dogs. Well kept trails with mostly nice pavement. Lots of different terrain depending on where you are. Nice tree canopy in sections North of Rockford which open up into nice scenery and fields. Some hills but nothing horrible. A good work out or just a leisurely stroll it is a nice setting.See more..
4.0Window on the Waterfront(74 reviews) - What a hidden gem! Spent 1-2 hours Biking Trails • Parks • Jogging Paths & Tracks
This wasn’t the easiest part to find the entrance and parking, but once we got in and were able to connect the trail lengths, we thoroughly enjoyed it. It’s a charming park and I wouldn’t mind going back to bicycle the areas we didn’t get to. There are plenty of benches along the way, and partially shaded walkways.See more..
4.5Thomas Edison Parkway Boardwalk(68 reviews) - A great place to watch the sun and water Spent 1-2 hours Biking Trails • Scenic Drives • Jogging Paths & Tracks
This is a really beautiful park with a boardwalk, benches a boxcar, a nice view of Canada and a statue of Thomas Edison himself. It’s a gorgeous place to exercise, fish or just sit and watch the sun, the boats and the beautiful blue water where Lake Huron meets the St. Clair River. We are from the Erie County, Ohio area, where Edison was born, so we got to compare the statues! See more..
The trail runs along the lake and is really nice. It went basically from my hotel all around the water way leading to the lake. I liked that I could ride to the beach park. It is off the road mostly so that is really nice. I couldn't find a bike rental place, but I am sure there is one somewhere. Luckily I had brought mine planning on riding the trail. See more..
4.5Lower Huron Metropark(60 reviews) - Great bike trails Sunday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Biking Trails • Parks
We went there for the bike trail. It had a good write up. It really was nice. You feel like you are in the middle of nowhere when you are right around the corner from home. We biked all the way to Lake erie, a 50 mile round trip. Passed thru 3 or 4 other metroparks. Stopped for lunch in Flatrock. A totally fun time.See more..
We started at Hart (the Hart Motel - great motel!) and rode to Country Dairy and back. Loved the farms along the way and passing through small towns. Perfect fall ride, and someday we plan to do the entire Hart to Montague and back ride.See more..
Recently took our bicycles to the trail. Very nice to ride on. A lot of greenery and views of the water.See more..
4.5Midland City Forest(33 reviews) - Great trails! Sunday: 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Biking Trails • Parks • Hiking Trails
This is a great park and used by alot of people for walking, biking, mountain biking, and taking pets. We went here to mountain bike and we really enjoyed it! We haven't mountain biked alot, but so far this is the best trail system we've riden on. I am looking forward to riding here again. See more..
4.5Kalamazoo River Valley Trail(25 reviews) - Beautiful trail Spent 2-3 hours Biking Trails • Jogging Paths & Tracks
We've biked it from down town; and from across the street from La-Haven Trail. Let weekend we walked it from the north end about 5 miles. Forest, grasslands from that end. More urban from the other. Preferred the northern end. Paved and well maintained.See more..
The Lake Wobegon Trail is a 46-mile long, 10-foot wide, bituminous surfaced hike-and-bike pathway. The trail, which opened on September 30, 1998, extends through Central MN from the city of St. Joseph to the city of Osakis. The trail also has an extension on the west side of Albany heading northeast to Holdingford and beyond.See more..
4.5North Western State Trail(19 reviews) - Brand New Trail Spent < 1 hour Biking Trails • Jogging Paths & Tracks
Just rode this trail yesterday the 15 miles RT from Petoskey to Alanson. It connects nicely to the Wheelway in Petoskey at the Spring Lake Park with lots of shaded parking, modern restrooms and a bike repair kiosk. Petoskey State Park and downtown Petoskey are nearby. The trail is all asphalt and is flat all the way. There is a cute lending library just outside Petoskey before you get to the lake viewing area. See the attached photo. It goes right by the Oden Fish Hatchery where you can purchase food for 25 cents to feed the trout. There are restrooms and a little gift shop. The tour is great as well. The only thing I did not like was the closeness to 31 just before you get to Alanson. It was pretty noisy and not as scenic as other parts of the trail. Definitely worth a ride.See more..
Quiet and serene place to enjoy a nice walk or bike ride. Some areas need resurfacing but it’s a beautiful trail with benches spaced out if you need to rest. The areas with heavy tree cover lowers ambient temperature a few degrees if very hot out. Critters occasionally crossing the path or a turtle sunning itself and if timed right, occasionally a deer will join you.See more..
4.5Rouge River Gateway Trail(15 reviews) - Beautiful Trail East of S. Brady Street on the North Side of Michigan Avenue Spent 1-2 hours Biking Trails
River Rouge Path: East end of Andiamo's Parking Lot all the way to Hines Park. This is a really beautiful area to walk through in fragrant forest and the many bridges over the Rouge River, paved path for joggers, bikers, casual walkers...etc. You will be able to view the Henry Ford Estate on your left and The UM-Dearborn's beautiful campus on the right, walking south to north. The Environmental Interpretive Center (on your left) maintains Rain Gardens, Organic Garden, Mushroom Garden & Bee-Keeping of UM-Dearborn. Then you walk behind Henry Ford College (on the right) and down to your left is a walkway to Hines over another bridge and under Ford Road. Enjoy!See more..
5.0Fred Meijer Heartland Trail(12 reviews) - Beautiful trail for walking, biking, skiing Spent 2-3 hours Biking Trails • Jogging Paths & Tracks Our community is incredibly blessed to have this available for recreation. Every season brings beautiful natural surprises.See more..
5.0Saginaw Valley Rail Trail(11 reviews) - Little hidden or open piece of heaven on earth Biking Trails
Peaceful spot, safe and healthy fresh air, Use to stay part time with my brother in law in shields when his brother (my husband) and I wanted to get away or just be it was perfect, Our son...now 8 was about 5 then and he could ride his power wheel and bike without anyone fussing over their lawn ...was a nature friendly LIL piece of hidden heaven here in Saginaw when it's not so easy to be alone always See more..
Billed as Michigan’s Dirt Roller Coaster, this trail is an amazing resource. Bikers and hikers travel in opposite directions. Make sure you go the right way. Lots of jumps and up and down. Beginners should try the Green Loop first. Hikers should avoid these trails on summer weekends.See more..
4.5Linear Park(8 reviews) - Great urban trail that surrounds you with art, architecture, and history!! Biking Trails • Jogging Paths & Tracks
Visiting downtown Battle Creek for the history and art and architecture, we made our way to the river and walked a mile of Linear Park, enjoying being by the water, the greenery, the colorful murals, the sculptures, and the surrounding buildings. We sat on a bench for a little while, watching dogwalkers, families biking together, friends walking together, an engaged couple taking photos! Highlights include the Kellogg House Park is a highlight with both the prairie-style Kellogg House and the Underground Railroad Monument by Ed Dwight and adjacent gardens and river view; the Michigan Central Station railroad depot (now Clara's on the River), and the downtown skyline. Happy to see a George Rickey sculpture on the terrace behind the Kellogg's World Headquarters.See more..
4.5Portland Riverwalk(7 reviews) - The jewel of Portland Spent 1-2 hours Biking Trails • Hiking Trails
The River Trail system in Portland is one of the finest assets of the city. If you walk the entire trail, it's over 10 miles long. It loops through most of the parks in the city; at least half of it runs adjacent to the Grand or Lookingglass Rivers. No matter what time of day you walk it, you have a chance of seeing the deer who live nearby. They are so accustomed to walkers that they stand and stare---seemingly unfrightened. See more..
Park at the bike trail parking lot at Dyer Road east side of US-23 and ride north. Ride through the old U.S. Gypsum property with views of the lake, gypsum crib and wooded areas you can't see from US-23. 7 1/2 mile paved trail into Tawas City and you can bike all the way to Tawas State Park. They have QR codes posted on trees so you can scan and learn about the forest.See more..
5.0Huron Sunrise Trail(6 reviews) - Great bike path Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Biking Trails • Hiking Trails
This is a wonderful paved bike path that extends from downtown Rogers City to the 40 mile Point light house North of town (about 10 miles). Some of the path goes right along the Lake Huron shore and part through the woods. The Hoeft State park is about at the halfway point and park visitors use this a lot. Since most of the path is fairly flat it is a great ride for kids.See more..
While fly fishing near the rayburn tract it was getting dark and I was crossing the bridge to get back to my car. While on the bridge I starting casting my fly rod letting on line after line. I had lots of line out casting back and forth. It was so much fun just seeing how much line I could cast. See more..
4.5Tisdale Triangle Pathway(5 reviews) - Fun trail in summer or winter Biking Trails Trail is open for both hiking and cross country skiing. Lots of wildlife and beautiful scenery. Great hike in the fallSee more..
5.0Bay County Riverwalk Trail(4 reviews) - I wish my city have a boardwalk like this on the river. Spent 1-2 hours Biking Trails
What an excellent morning walk. I parked at Bigelow Park and walked all the way to the end of the pier and back. I had my camera, so I did a little birding as I walked. There is march area that the boardwalk goes past and quite a few birds were hanging out. Whoever came of with this idea needs a raise.See more..
5.0Ionia River Trail(2 reviews) - River trail fun Spent 1-2 hours Biking Trails • Hiking Trails • Jogging Paths & Tracks
Really nice distressing break. Bring your bike or fishing pole. Trails runs a way so plan enough time. Springtime may have some floodingSee more..
4.5Pere Marquette Rail Trail(2 reviews) - Awesome Trail For Bike or Walk! Biking Trails • Hiking Trails • Jogging Paths & Tracks
Beautiful. Great paved trail. Many signs to keep you informed about your location and distance to next stop. Several porta potties that were clean. You could stop at picnic areas or stop at restaurants if you wanted. We met a couple who also said there was a good ice cream stop but we did not have time!See more..
This a good place to walk, jog or cycle. Dogs would also enjoy this area though they should be on a leash. It’s off Michigan Ave. The map showed it to be connected to other trails and parks. I found it both relaxing and refreshing.See more..
5.0North Hydro Park(1 review) - This hidden gem of a park is the best small picnic area in Ypsi. Bodies of Water • Biking Trails • Parks I live in the area and come to this park on walks all the time so I've seen it at many different times of the day and many days of the week. There is a great picnic pavilion with tables and grills and a well-maintained restroom building. While it's always been very quiet when I've visited, perfect for a nice quiet place to read a book and relax, for those who are interested in more activity you can fish in the Huron River or use the newly built launch area to launch your kayak or canoe or row-boat. It's a great place for bringing small kids if you want to teach them to fish, and a great place to put in on the River. There is a path all the way around the park with a boardwalk down to the river just below Ford Lake Dam. Bring a picnic, bring the family, bring a blanket and a fishing rod and a kayak. set up your lawn games for a family get-together. If you're looking to get back to nature, this is your location.See more..
