EXPLORE THE
WHITE PINE TRAIL
A true gem within the state of Michigan – 92 miles of multi-use trail for outdoor fun in all seasons!
White Pine Rail Trail
The White Pine Rail Trail is one of Michigan’s longest rail-to-trail linear state park and the longest paved trail, spanning 92 miles connecting Grand Rapids to Cadillac. It has been named as one of the “Top 100 Rails-to-Trails” in the US as determined by the national Rails-to-Trails Conservancy and is the 3rd longest paved trail in the United States!
This trail crosses 5 counties and 14 open deck bridges, the longest one measuring 319 feet spanning the Muskegon River. In Cadillac, the White Pine Trail connects to a larger local trail system that connects our lakes and communities – the key reason for Cadillac achieving its Pure Michigan Trail Town status in 2022.
Hiking & Biking
During Spring, Summer and Fall the trail offers scenic foliage, fantastic rails to trails terrain, and unique communities along the route. The trail is paved making it a great beginner trail for both walking and biking. There are benches and restrooms along the trail.
Winter Sports Trail
The trail is open to skiing in the winter months, and is also a trail for snowmobiling. Snowmobiling is permitted from Cadillac south to the Russel Road staging area in Cedar Springs. In order to protect the pavement on some sections of this trail, snowmobiling is only allowed when the snow base reaches a minimum of 6″.
QUICK STATS
MILES OF MUILT-USE 4 SEASON TRAILS
COUNTIES CONNECTED BY TRAIL
TRAIL ELEVATION IN WEXFORD COUNTY
Trailheads & Access Points
Trailhead at Cadillac Commons
The White Pine Trailhead is the newest addition to the Cadillac Commons and gives this northern most anchor point a distinct footprint. The ADA accessible space includes a bike repair station, bike racks, benches, a drinking fountain, picnic tables, garbage receptacles and information kiosks.
Cadillac Staging Area
Cadillac Trailhead - Winter and Summer Access
MDNR trail area | Get directions to this trailhead
Cadillac City Park Access
Access from the parking lot along Lake Cadillac | Get directions to this parking area
Sunnyside Micro Park
This new micro park, to be completed in 2025, will include outdoor exercise equipment, murals and information kiosks.