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Traverse Area Recreation and Transportation Trails

P.O. Box 252, Traverse City, MI 49685-0252
231-941-4300
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Type: Hiking Trails, Biking Trails
Activities: Inline skating
Description: System comprised of four trails for hikers, bikers and in-line skaters: Vasa Pathway, Boardman Trail, Leelanau Trail and the TART Trail.
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Traverse City, Michigan
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23 reviews 23 reviews
9 attraction reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2013

I live right next to the trail and it is the bomb. This converted railroad bed is great for hiking biking jogging and walking. It is open year around and very well maintained. The loop along the east side of Boardman Lake is beautiful also. Take the time to go for a ride. You can rent a bike for Brick... More

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Bay City, Michigan
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22 reviews 22 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2013

Its a great way to avoid traffic. We usually park in Acme and make our way downtown. The trail is a mix of shade and sun. There are places to stop and rest if you need to. If you stop at the Brick Wheels bike shop you can fill up your water bottles and use the restroom. Take the trail... More

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Traverse City, Michigan
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2012

One of the best trails in TC begins out at the light house in Old Mission and meanders through several miles of forest, meadows and old orchards. Some inclines, gorgeous views, trail marking better as of this year. Great parking, bathroom facilities available.

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Hemlock, Michigan
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20 attraction reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2012

We joined the trail near the library and have walked in two of the directions, about 3miles each. One direction went to a residential area, passing under a railroad bridge, the other took us along the lake-shore before just petering out.. I think a map would have helped BUT that's minor. The trail is very easy, mostly paved and no... More

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Yorkville, Illinois
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8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 October 2012

We visited Boardman Lake and found the trail which borders the east side just beautiful with the fall color. We parked in the south parking area and rode up the 2 mile trail to Hull Park and the Grand Traverse Children's Garden. It is very level with the wooden bridges and planked walkways constructed over otherwise difficult terrain in some... More

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South Boardman, Michigan, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 October 2012

This trail system provides a fun safe way to walk, bike or hike around the Traverse City area! With well maintained paths and clearly marked directions you can really enjoy Traverse City from one end to the other!

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Bath, Ohio
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5 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 October 2012

What a great time ... there were choices of easy to difficult trails. There were 6 of us and had a blast . Weather was Perfect

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West Bloomfield, Michigan
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7 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 October 2012

We rode about half the trail, starting mid-point and riding north into Sutton's Bay. The trail is smooth, in great shape, and runs through peaceful countryside. This is a wonderful amenity for the area. We also rode the new 5 miles from Glen Arbor to the Dune Climb. That's a really pretty ride as well.

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Traverse City, Michigan
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4 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 October 2012

I decided to rent a bike and leave from Cherrybend road to Suttons Bay on Mother's Day. I encountered a detour while the trail is being finished to Sutton's Bay. I discovered for the first time in 30 years just how breathtaking Leelanau County truly is with it's farms, vineyards and horse ranches. I now have rediscovered Northern Michigan with... More

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Iron Mountain, Michigan
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33 reviews 33 reviews
7 attraction reviews
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24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 September 2012

We rode the trail on a Monday and wasn't quite so busy. It was easy access from the Americinn motel as we had to ride to the rear of parking lot to get on trail. We enjoyed the trail as it went along Grand Traverse Bay. The only problem we experienced was the detour in the downtown area.

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