up-to-date maps and information for each trail. That’s why the publishers of West Michigan Trails Magazine employ the latest scientific methods to create our trail maps, and personally ride or walk the trails to confirm all trail information, amenities and points of interest.
observations gathered on the trails combined with the latest GIS (Geographical Information Systems) data obtained through the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. 
West Michigan Trails
Continue to Grow
2012 will be another banner year for West Michigan Trails. Over the past summer and fall, many more miles of trails have been added to our network of trails and many existing trails have been paved with asphalt or
finely screened limestone. That means more fun and enjoyment for all of us.West Michigan Trails Magazine and Website continues to grow, as well. In our 2012 issue, we present the most recent improvements and additions to our existing network of trails and bring you Northern West Michigan’s finest mulit-use trails, including: the Betsey Valley Trail, the Traverse Area Recreational Trails (TART), the Little Traverse Wheelway, and the North Central State Trail (Gaylord to Mackinaw City).
Promoting the growth and enjoyment of our multi-use public trail system is our top priority, and we encourage you to get out on the trails and explore the natural beauty with family and friends. To obtain your own copy of West Michigan Trails Magazine, visit your local bike & fitness shop or tourist information center, or sign up for a subscription.
In the News...
Workers Complete Fred Meijer
Heartland Trail
(Greenville – October 5, 2011) Paving crews have now put the finishing touches on the Fred Meijer Heartland Trail. Under development for over 16 years, the two remaining undeveloped segments of the trail are now paved and open to public use.... See ArticleWork Underway on Musketawa Connector Trail
(Marne – September 9, 2011) The Kent County Road Commission has begun clearing and developing the long-awaited Musketawa Trail connector. Once complete, the connector will close the gap between mulit-use trail networks in Ottawa and Kent counties... See Article
First Phase of Fred Meijer Berry Junction Trail is Ready to Ride
(Dalton Township – August 15, 2011) After more than a decade of planning, funding challenges and township administration changes, the first phase of the Fred Meijer Berry Junction Trail is now complete. A ribbon-cutting ceremony took place on August 15 celebrating.... See ArticleLowell to Greenville Trail Moves Forward with $1.3 Million Railroad Purchase
(Belding – September 22, 2010) Trail supporters, government officials and foundation representatives gathered at the historic Pere Marquette Depot in Belding on Sept. 22 to celebrate the purchase of 22 miles of railroad right-of-way stretching between Lowell and Greenville, Michigan... See Article
Workers Construct Trail Tunnel Under M-57 in Greenville
(Greenville – September 10, 2010) Currently under construction, the Fred Meijer Flat River Trail will have one of the most unique tunnels in Michigan under the busy M-57 in Greenville when it is completed in 2011.
The tunnel provides a safe connector for the Flat River Trail, an 8-mile trail that will create a continuous loop through the city...
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Trestle Park to Connect with Fred Meijer White Pine Trail
(Rockford – September 7, 2010) Soon cyclists and trail users of the Fred Meijer White Pine Trail will have easy access to Trestle Park, north of Rockford in Algoma Township. With the help of a recently approved $10,000 grant from the West Michigan Trails & Greenways Coalition...
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