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EXPLORING TRAILS

It’s time to explore the trail diversity the Cadillac Area has to offer. There are so many ways to explore trails in our area!

CADILLAC AREA TRAIL SYSTEMS

The Cadillac area offers over 200 miles of trails year around. Whether you are hiking, biking or walking, we have a trail for you. All of our trails have public access with either free parking, or MDNR recreation pass parking. Click on the trail systems below for trail maps, amenities and tips. Enjoy your trip!

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Winter Hiking The Manistee River Trail

by Joe Baker | February 1, 2025 | Hiking Trails, Out In The Middle Of Everywhere, winter, Winter Skiing - XC Ski/Snowshoe/Fatbike | 1 Comment

For years, I've been winter backpacking all over the county from Utah to Maine! But the scenic trails we have right here at home are some of the best I've ever had the pleasure of exploring. My most recent winter hike with friends is a tradition that we try to plan...

Winter Fun at the Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center Center

by CAVB Staff | January 1, 2025 | Hiking Trails, Trails & Parks, winter, Winter Skiing - XC Ski/Snowshoe/Fatbike | 0 Comments

Winter hikes, ice fishing classes and more! The Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center, at the popular Mitchell State Park, offers a range of programs for all ages. Visitors are greeted by a 500 gallon aquarium showcasing the fish of Lake Mitchell and Lake...

Five Scenic In-and-Out Hikes Along the North Country Trail

by Dave Foley | October 10, 2024 | Cadillac Stories, Fall, Hiking Trails, Out and About with Dave Foley, Trails & Parks | 0 Comments

The 4600 mile North Country Trail (NCT), beginning in Maine and running to North Dakota, passes through Michigan. More than 100 miles of it are within 40 miles of Cadillac. With so many miles of trail available, deciding where to go could be a problem. But wherever...

11 Ways to Enjoy The Color Change in Cadillac

by CAVB Staff | October 2, 2024 | Cadillac Stories, Fall, Hiking Trails, Hunting and Fishing, Self Guided Trips, Trails & Parks | 0 Comments

Enjoy the New ORV Scenic Ride - Fall is the perfect time to explore the ORV Scenic Ride! With crisp autumn air and vibrant foliage in full color, you'll experience an exciting ride through the changing landscape and you might even find some mud along the way. The...

Lace Up Those Shoes for a Week’s Worth of Trails in Cadillac!

by Dave Foley | July 19, 2024 | Biking, Cadillac Stories, Fall, Hiking Trails, Out and About with Dave Foley, Self Guided Trips, Spring, Summer, Trails & Parks | 0 Comments

Tired of running the same old routes? If you're looking for different views of Cadillac here is a plan for your week - never run the same route twice and start each run within five miles of downtown!Sunday McKellop Walkway Probably the best known is the McKellop...