THE GREAT WATERS IS NOT ONLY A SUMMER PLAYGROUND, IT IS A VERITABLE WINTER WONDERLAND.
One of the most exciting ways to experience this snowy paradise is by cross-country skiing. Glide through the incredible woodlands and lakeshores on a pair of skis. You can easily spend days in our natural paradise as you gaze at the frozen splendor of Michigan’s eastern Upper Peninsula.
Discover a winter land reminiscent of a Currier and Ives print. You forgot, or never knew, that places like this still existed. Ski through many of the same trails you hiked in summer. As the snow falls through perfect, uncut evergreen trees, you’ll wonder what ever made us build those skyscrapers and parking decks.
Experience a true “Up-North” winter, if only for a while. Stand in awe of our frozen waters, travel soundlessly amongst our abundant wildlife, and feel one with nature. Take time to breathe, unwind, and simply enjoy the peace in which you find yourself surrounded.
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Algonquin Cross Country Ski Trail
An easy trail to navigate, with 5 loops totaling 9 miles over easy terrain. Trail is secluded in a mixed hardwood and evergreen forest. …
Canada Lake Ski Pathway
14 miles: Located 5.5 miles SE of Newberry traveling M-123, M-28, and Co. Rd. 403. Terrain rolls through a predominately hardwood forest. Trail is groomed.…
Clark Lake Ski Trail - Tahquamenon Falls State Park
5.2 miles: Parking and trail are accessed from Clark Lake road, a gravel road located 11 miles southwest of Paradise, or just west of the M-123 turnoff to arrive at the Lower Falls parking lot. Trail is not groomed.…
Drummond Island
The island is filled with a nearly endless supply of trails accessible year round. Visit the website above for trail maps and additional information.…
Giant Pines Loop
3.8 miles: This loop offers hikers the sights and sounds of ancient hemlocks, bubbling streams, and the occasional active woodpecker. The highlights of the trail are two giant white pine trees left over from the late 1800's logging era. In the winter, this trail is groomed for skiing…
Indian Lake Pathway
3 loops totaling 8.5 miles. Trail is groomed.…
Mackinac Island
Hikers and bikers can enjoy miles of paved and unpaved trails on this beautiful island. Bike rentals are available for a small fee, or you can elect to bring your own along with you on the ferry ride. Mackinac Island is also open for skiing in the wintertime. Limited Ferry service is…
McNearney Ski Trail
Four loops totaling 9 miles. Located approximately 5 miles north of Strongs Corner. Terrain alternates between moderate, flat, and hilly. Loop 1 – 1 mile. Novice difficulty. Features level terrain. Loop 2 – 3 miles. Novice difficulty. Features 1 hill, otherwise…
Munising Ski Trail
8 loops combine for nearly 12 miles of trails tailored to a variety of skill levels and adventure types. Enjoy the trail's beautiful setting within Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The trail is available for hikers in the off-season.…
Nature Trail - Tahquamenon Falls State Park
.5 miles: Carpeted with ferns during the summer months, this trail offers hikers an alternative route on their journey from the Upper Tahquamenon Falls to the parking lot. Birding enthusiasts have reported many sightings on this trail during the spring. Strollers and wheelchairs are welcome. In…
Paradise Pathway
Two loops totaling over 6 miles: Located just 1 mile west of Paradise on M-123. Hundreds of miles of additional logging roads are available in the immediate region for the curious rider to travel. In the winter, the pathway is brushed and marked well for skiing and snowshoeing. …
Peek-A-Boo Ski Trail
2 loops total 3 miles of groomed trails through the cedar forests of Les Cheneaux. All levels of skiers are welcome. Enjoy lodging and dining nearby. …
Pine Bowl Pathway
Available for hiking, biking, and skiing depending on the season. Track is set for classical skiing. Trail totals 7.7 miles.…
Rudyard School Farm Trail
7 loops total 6 miles on this groomed trail, open in the summer for biking and hiking, and for skiing in the winter. Terrain is almost entirely flat and moderate. …
Sand Dunes Trail
7 loops ranging from 1.5 to 7.6 miles: Located 11 miles west of St. Ignace. Turn north from US-2 onto Brevoort Lake Road and drive .4 miles north to the trailhead on the west side of the road. This trail is quite popular in the winter. Ascend across the slopes of a hardwood forest and…
Schoolcraft County Environmental Laboratory
Many loops total 1.6 miles on this easy to travel ski and hiking trail. Trail is not groomed.…
School Forest Ski Trail
This daytime hiking and skiing trail borders the Sucker River, with a view of the nearby trout stream. The scenery is comprised of mostly pine trees, with plenty of blueberries in the area to pick and eat.…
St. Martin Trail
Two loops totaling 4.5 miles: Located 6 miles west of Hessel on M-134. Features 40% moderate and 60% flat terrain and is rated easy. Eagles, hawks, and deer have been spotted along the trail. The trail is not maintained during the summer, which may make locating the trail difficult. The…
Valley Spur Ski Trail
27 miles of trails spread across a variety of terrain make for an exciting experience, no matter what the season.…
Wilderness Loop - Tahquamenon Falls State Park
7.4 miles: Travelers are led through the most remote areas of the park among old hemlock forests and peatland areas. The trail features a beaver pond and dam on the loop's eastern portion. As ferns grow taller in mid-summer, the trail becomes increasingly difficult to follow. It is recommended…
