Trails - Michigan Back Roads
Many of the trails listed here are easy walking trails based on
my book "Trails & Treasures". Others have been chosen because of a
particular beauty or some unique characteristic. Michigan hiking
trails and river trails not only add natural beauty to a Michigan
"up north" vacation, they also help us preserve our nature areas and
redevelop abandoned areas like disused railroad beds. Hiking,
ATV/ORV and snowmobile trails bring the beautiful wilderness areas
of Michigan within reach for most everyone.
Most of the trails are gentle. Some are handicapped accessible. All
have been chosen for a distinctive characteristic; a reason to
explore this trail. A unique feature that makes this trail more than
just another walk in the woods. No special equipment is needed, no
extreme cliff climbing or riding white water. While some trails do
have rough parts or steep sections, most are family friendly and fun
for people in almost any physical condition.
Since the trails are relatively short, half mile to a mile and a
half, the hikes only last a couple hours. That is where the
treasures part comes in. Near each trail, two or three local
attractions are identified so you can make an afternoon of it.
Sometimes it’s a cool museum, sometimes another nature attraction,
and sometimes a shop or a place to relax and post your pictures. All
of the treasures chosen add to the fun.
Some links on this page go to pages on
www.michiganbackroads.com.
The book "Trails & Treasures" details short, gentle trails with
nearby destinations so you can make a day trip of it. More about
Buy Trails & Treasures online.