Trail Descriptions - TOMTC Trail System

Trail Descriptions (updated 12/06) 

• We oversee over 250 miles of existing or soon-to-be constructed trails, of which about 180 run along old railroad corridors. TOMTC “Trunk Line” Trails are non-motorized (except for snowmobiles), multi-purpose trails that can ordinarily be used for running, hiking, bicycling, in-line skating, snowmobiling, and equestrian activities.
• Except where noted, the trails are “dedicated,” that is they do not share the right of way with automobiles, motorcycles etc. There are some segments where snowmobiles and horses are prohibited and others where activities such as, in-line skating, and road bicycling are impractical because of the rough trail surface. 
• Most of the Huron Sunrise Trail and Presque Isle County, the City of Alpena Bi-Path, and the Little Traverse Wheelway in Emmet and Charlevoix Counties are suitable for smooth surface activities extending to the use of baby strollers.  In general, TOMTC trails can accommodate hybrid bicycles. 
• In winter, cross country skiing and show-shoeing are permitted but are only suitable in areas where snowmobiles are prohibited, such as the Little Traverse Wheelway. However, some stretches of the LTW tend to be windswept and icy during much of the winter and there is currently no grooming. Exceptions (although still no grooming) include sheltered areas in Charlevoix County and in the East Bay View section behinds Glen’s North in Petoskey.

Don’t forget that even though the trail descriptions seem to be written mostly for bicyclists (about 2/3 of our users ride bicycles), the trails are open for all appropriate uses as indicated.  

Symbols
       T= Trailhead
       P= Parking
       R= Restrooms
       A= Amenities