hart-montague trail
The
Hart-Montague Trail is a State Park and is a paved 22-mile linear park
trail converted from an old railroad corridor. It opened in 1991
providing passage through rural, forested areas with scenic overlooks
and picnic areas along the way. In 1996 the Hart-Montague Trail became
the first of two trails in Michigan to be designated as Michigan
Trailways.
The trail is also a designated wildlife viewing area and the
platforms along the way are perfect for viewing birds and the
occasional encounter with white-tail deer and other woodlands
inhabitants. You can enjoy hiking, biking, cross-country skiing and
snowmobiling. Horse back riding is also allowed except on the paved
portions of the trail. The trail is accessible from Hart, Montague,
Mears, Shelby and New Era. The trail head in Montague offers
excellent parking and is directly across the street from the
Weathervane Inn for those seeking accommodations.
For lodging options www.southmilodging.com