According to the trail mapping website www.traillink.com, the Pere Marquette State Trail is 56 miles long and goes through Osceola, Lake and Clare counties in northwestern Michigan. The trail passes through beautiful woodlands and fields. The majority of the trail is either a natural grass surface or medium-sized gravel. One five-mile portion on the eastern side of the trail is asphalt. The trail intersects with other trails along the way and provides miles of adventure for snowmobilers. The trail passes through small towns so snowmobilers have access to restaurants and hotels.
Northwestern Michigan Online notes that Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park includes 92 miles of snowmobile trails. The trail passes through Kent, Mecosta, Montcalm, Osceola, and Wexford counties. Fourteen miles of trail is asphalt while the majority is hard-packed gravel. The trail is primarily flat and passes through the towns of Morley, Stanwood and Paris. White Pine Trail is the longest trail in the state. Its length gives snowmobilers a variety of terrain and allows them to pass through multiple small towns and cities.
Musketawa Trail is 25 miles long and passes through Muskegon and Ottawa counties in northwestern Michigan. According to TrailLink.com, Musketawa Trail has four individual trail heads that are used heavily by snowmobilers. As a result, certain portions may be closed if the trail manager believes there is not enough snow to protect the asphalt surface. Portions of the trail are gravel, which allows for consistent snowmobile activity. The trail passes through scenic areas, including farmlands, woods and flat lands. It also runs near and through small towns and cities, giving snowmobilers direct access to a variety of hotels and restaurants.
