Losing yourself on a winding trail can be a great way to reconnect with nature. Whether it’s in a wooded setting, by the beach, or on top of the snow, nature is the place to free your mind and get a little exercise too. Here are some trails in Michigan you need to check out.
- Algonac State Park, Clay
Jeff Camilleri With over 1,500 acres of walkable trails (and a stones throw away from the St. Clair river) this park is practically calling you and your pets to spend a summer’s day of exploration.
- The Butterworth Trail, Grand Rapids
John Eisenschenk / Flickr This hiking path provides walkers with an amazing view of Grand Rapids downtown skyline.
- Cascade Peace Park, Ada
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cascade-Township-Peace-Park/191519847556801 Avid snowshoe trailers love this park for its elevated pathways and unforgettable views of wildlife.
- Mouth of Two Hearted River State Forest Campground, Newberry
Tina :0) / Flickr This outstanding campground off Lake Superior offers some of the state’s best trails for those adventure seekers in search of something amazing.
- Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area, Free Soil
xinem Several miles of uncharted territory are welcome to hikers within the Manistee National Forest. Proceed with caution though as it remains fairly rustic and remote.
- Parker Mill County Park, Ann Arbor
Deb Nystrom / Flickr Unequivocally Ann Arbor’s greatest hiking destination lies within this park.
- Rosy Mound Natural Area, Grand Haven
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Rosy-Mound-Natural-Trail-Area/399236603442228 This trail gives hikers quite the work-out with it’s winding pathways and boardwalks.
- Saugatuck Dunes State Park, Holland
Jason W Lacey / Flickr Get ready for 1,000 acres of dune hiking at this beautiful beach area in the summer and come back for cross country skiing in the winter.
- Seidman Park, Ada
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Seidman-Park/1423961554525909 Hikers of all experience are welcome at this park as they clearly indicate which level of experience is necessary for each trail. Keep off the bikes though as they are frowned upon.
- St. Helena Island Nature Preserve, St. Ignace
Carrie Burkett / Flickr Accessible only by boat but worth the travel for nearly three miles of frontage and unbelievable trails. Watch out for poison ivy as it may make some trails hard to pass.
We hope we provided you with a diverse list of trails to check out. But please do tell us if you know of any special trails that we left out.
Jeff Camilleri
With over 1,500 acres of walkable trails (and a stones throw away from the St. Clair river) this park is practically calling you and your pets to spend a summer’s day of exploration.
John Eisenschenk / Flickr
This hiking path provides walkers with an amazing view of Grand Rapids downtown skyline.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cascade-Township-Peace-Park/191519847556801
Avid snowshoe trailers love this park for its elevated pathways and unforgettable views of wildlife.
Tina :0) / Flickr
This outstanding campground off Lake Superior offers some of the state’s best trails for those adventure seekers in search of something amazing.
xinem
Several miles of uncharted territory are welcome to hikers within the Manistee National Forest. Proceed with caution though as it remains fairly rustic and remote.
Deb Nystrom / Flickr
Unequivocally Ann Arbor’s greatest hiking destination lies within this park.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Rosy-Mound-Natural-Trail-Area/399236603442228
This trail gives hikers quite the work-out with it’s winding pathways and boardwalks.
Jason W Lacey / Flickr
Get ready for 1,000 acres of dune hiking at this beautiful beach area in the summer and come back for cross country skiing in the winter.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Seidman-Park/1423961554525909
Hikers of all experience are welcome at this park as they clearly indicate which level of experience is necessary for each trail. Keep off the bikes though as they are frowned upon.
Carrie Burkett / Flickr
Accessible only by boat but worth the travel for nearly three miles of frontage and unbelievable trails. Watch out for poison ivy as it may make some trails hard to pass.
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