Michigan
There are over 13,000 known trekking trails in Michigan
Most popular trails:
Mount Arvon: This peak offers stunning views of the surrounding area. (4.6 miles)
The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore: This park offers a variety of hiking trails, including some that lead to stunning views of the lakeshore.
The Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: This park offers a variety of hiking trails, including some that lead to stunning views of the cliffs and waterfalls.
The North Country National Scenic Trail: This trail passes through Michigan and offers a variety of hiking options.
The Straits State Park: This park offers a variety of hiking trails, including some that lead to stunning views of the Mackinac Bridge.
Best trails for certain activities:
Rock climbing: The Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is home to some great rock climbing opportunities.
Mountain biking: The North Country National Scenic Trail is a great option for mountain biking.
Hiking with dogs: Many of the trails in Michigan are dog-friendly.
Birdwatching: The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is home to a variety of birds, making it a great place for birdwatching.
Picnicking: Many of the trails in Michigan offer opportunities for picnicking.
Most challenging trails:
Mount Arvon: This peak is the highest point in Michigan, and the hike to the top is challenging.
The Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: Some of the trails in the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore are challenging, due to the steep terrain and exposed cliffs.
The North Country National Scenic Trail: Some of the trails in the North Country National Scenic Trail are challenging, due to the rugged terrain.
The Straits State Park: The Dune Climb Trail at the Straits State Park is a challenging hike, due to the steep climb to the top of the dunes.
The Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park: This park offers a variety of challenging hiking trails.
Most scenic trails:
The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore: This park offers stunning views of the lakeshore, including the Sleeping Bear Dunes themselves.
The Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: This park offers stunning views of the cliffs and waterfalls along Lake Superior.
The North Country National Scenic Trail: This trail passes through a variety of beautiful landscapes, including forests, lakes, and rivers.
The Straits State Park: This park offers stunning views of the Mackinac Bridge and the Straits of Mackinac.
The Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park: This park offers stunning views of the mountains and forests.
Most family-friendly trails:
The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore: Many of the trails in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore are family-friendly, including the Dune Climb Trail and the Empire Bluff Trail.
The Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: The Miners' Trail in the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is a great option for families.
The North Country National Scenic Trail: The Paint Creek Trail in the North Country National Scenic Trail is a great option for families.
The Straits State Park: The Lighthouse Point Trail at the Straits State Park is a great option for families.
The Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park: The Lake of the Clouds Trail in the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park is a great option for families, but it is a bit challenging.
Most accessible trails:
The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore: The Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is a paved road that offers stunning views of the lakeshore. There are several accessible overlooks along the drive.
The Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: The Miners' Trail in the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is accessible to wheelchairs.
The North Country National Scenic Trail: The Paint Creek Trail in the North Country National Scenic Trail is accessible to wheelchairs.
The Straits State Park: The Lighthouse Point Trail at the Straits State Park is accessible to wheelchairs.
The Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park: The Lake of the Clouds Trail in the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park is not accessible to wheelchairs.
Where to get permits for trails:
Permits are required for some trails in Michigan. To get a permit, you can contact the park or forest where the trail is located. Here are some of the places where you can get permits for trails in Michigan:
Michigan Department of Natural Resources: You can contact the Michigan Department of Natural Resources for permits to hike on trails in state parks and forests.(517)-284-7275
National Park Service: You can contact the National Park Service for permits to hike on trails in national parks.(312) 353-8300
U.S. Forest Service: You can contact the U.S. Forest Service for permits to hike on trails in national forests.(800) 322-3530
