Pere Marquette Rail-Trail Information
The Pere Marquette Rail-Trail follows the Midland to Clare route of the old Flint and Pere Marquette Railroad. This railroad once moved timber to the sawmills and supplies to the thriving logging industry that existed during the last century and before.
This trail is one of Michigan’s best known, offering a well maintained, hard surface for walking, jogging, biking, in-line skating, cross country skiing…just about any mode of non-motorized transportation.
This 8.25 mile paved trail is traffic-free, handicap accessible, safe and convenient park for participants of all ages! Parking areas, restrooms, and other facilities are well situated along its route.
The trail connects to the Midland and Clare County Rail-Trail, offering nearly 30 miles of accessible trails.
Enjoy the Pere Marquette Rail-Trail! Please be safe and remember basic Rail-Trail etiquette. From our friends at the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy:
- Use safe speeds.
- Keep right, pass left.
- Standing still? Move to the side of or off the trail.
- Mind your pets! Keep your pets secure and be prepared to manage their energy!
- Be alert.
Remember only class 1 ebikes are permitted on the trail. A rule of thumb you may want to consider is “if it has a throttle it is not permitted on the trail.”
Location & Hours:
Located along Business US-10 East of Clare – Trailhead at Loomis
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Open All Year
Reservations & Info:
Call the Parks Main Office (989) 317-4083
e-mail: parks@isabellacounty.org
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