Northeast Michigan’s Lake Huron coastal shoreline contains some of the most ecologically rich and diverse areas found in the state. Marshes, limestone bedrock shorelines, cobble beaches, sand beaches, low dunes, dune and swale complexes, wet meadows, northern fens, conifer forests, islands, coastal wetlands, sinkholes and lowland hardwood swamps along the coastal area provide critical habitat for many rare and endangered species. The Huron Shores Greenways is a system of public lands, ecological resources and trails. This web site shows the location of trails with information such as uses, trail length, surface type, and terrain. The greenways also present information on the natural resources, natural features, birding sites and geology of the region.
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A bike path adjacent to US-23 - includes arboretum!
16-Mile City Wide Pathway Great for Walking and Biking - connects to city parks and the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary!
A bike path along Grand Lake Road connecting to lighthouses!
Hiking Trails in Cheboygan State Park that provide access to Lake Huron vistas and rare wildflowers!
Trails near Alpena great for hiking, biking, and skiing.
Trail offering elk viewing opportunities.
Trail system from Clear Lake State Park to Jackson Lake State Forest Campground.
22 mile trail system for hiking and cross country skiing.
Seven miles of loop trails for hiking, mountain biking, and cross country skiing.
A pathway multi-purpose pathway with views of Cooke Pond.
A multiuse trail through Harrisville past historic buildings and recreational sites.
A hiking trail through the campground and natural area.
A classic Michigan trail through the heart of Elk Country!
A backcountry hiking and ski trail alng the south shore of Cooke Dam Pond
Four hiking trails in Hoeft State Park and a connector to the Sunrise Trail to Rogers City!
20 miles of hiking and back-country skiing trails through aspen, birch, pine and hardwood forests. Numerous Kettle lakes and bogs add to the outdoor experience.
A beautiful shoreline trail along the unspoiled beaches of Lake Huron
An eleven mile paved trail suitable for biking, roller blading or walking. Connects Rogers City to Hoeft State Park, 40 Mile Point Lighthouse and miles of unspoiled Lake Huron shoreline.
Wooded pathway beginning at Weber Lake State Forest Campground.
A two mile route that features historical displays outlining the history of the city and the Straits area.
12 miles of back-country hiking through cedar, ash, pine, oak and aspen forests, views of Lake Huron, and back-country camping sites.
71 mile rail trail of crushed limestone stretching from Alpena to Cheboygan.
The 7 mile hiking, mountain biking and groomed x-country skiing trail follows sandy ridges through lowland forest habitat.
Hiking and skiing at the largest waterfall in the Lower Peninsula!
Trail through Onaway State Park on beautiful Black Lake.
12 miles of gently rolling trail through the Huron National Forest will lead you around Reid Lake and many smaller lakes and bogs.
Popular pathway through Pigeon River Country!
The Michigan Shore-to-Shore Trail is a 220-mile long trail that runs between Empire on Lake Michigan and Oscoda on Lake Huron. It is open to horseback riders and hikers but not bicycles.
A hiking trail around the Shoepac sink holes
Connecting Alabaster Township, Tawas, East Tawas and Tawas Point State Park.
A trail around Tawas Point State Park, view sand dunes, special plants, and a historic lighthouse.
Trails meander through the undeveloped State Park with 7.5 miles of Lake Huron shoreline.
A foot trail that follows the South Branch of the Thunder Bay River.
Trails across rolling hills and through second-growth forest!
