Find Your Trail
The TART Trails network currently consists of several multi-use trails in Grand Traverse and Leelanau counties as well as a cross-town bike route. Our mission is to provide and promote a trail network that enriches people and communities throughout the greater Traverse region. Check out the map to learn more about the available trails!
Art on the TART
Art on the TART features artworks in multiple disciplines, and includes year-round public art installations as well as temporary exhibitions and community art. Learn more about where to find trailside art...
Bike bells, Jerseys, Hats, Hoodies and More
Outfit your ride with one of our flashy and functional bike bells. We’re on a mission at TART Trails to provide a Bell for Every Bike. Support trails while practicing proper trail etiquette!
ShopSmart Commute TC
Smart Commute TC is a program that promotes the use of alternative forms of transportation. We collaborate with local businesses, governments and non-profit organizations to develop multi-modal infrastructure for active and healthy lifestyles. Collectively we strive to educate the community through workshops and special events and encourage smart commuting year round.
Smart Commute TCEvents
View All11/29 Giving Tuesday for TART Trails
On Tuesday, November 29, people around the world will come together for one common purpose: to celebrate generosity and to give. It’s a simple idea. Just find a way for your family, your community, your company or your organization to come together to give something more. Then tell everyone you can about how you are giving. Join us and be a part of a global celebration of a new tradition of generosity.
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Come out with your best gals and shop the Downtown Traverse City businesses to show your support and have fun as you buy your holiday gifts! Miner’s North Jewelers has partnered with TART Trails to offer bling rings for a $5 donation to TART Trails.
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Come out with your best guys and shop the Downtown Traverse City businesses to show your support and have fun as you buy your holiday gifts! Miner’s North Jewelers has partnered with TART Trails and Burritt’s Fresh Market to offer brats for a $5 donation to TART Trails.
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Three Mile Trail Project
Connecting the Three Mile Trail to the cluster of school campuses south of Hammond Road has been a long standing and unfinished effort. Thanks to the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy’s recent establishment of the
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TART Bayfront Improvement and Extension Project
Project Summary The planned 2023 MDOT reconstruction of Grandview Parkway between Garfield Avenue and Division Street provides opportunities for a better non-motorized network and community connections. What could take this project from good to great
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Traverse Ridge Trail
TART Trails is collaborating with SEEDS and the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy on a pilot program to construct .5 miles of sustainable single-track trail behind the Oleson Plaza. This trail is part of a
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Leelanau and Sleeping Bear Heritage trails go above and beyond helping to improve citizens’ health and providing direct economic value to local businesses.
Taylor Stein, Professor of Ecotourism & Outdoor Recreation
Ways to Give Back
TART Trails is grateful for many years of support from a diverse group of outdoor enthusiasts who continue to support the organization with thousands of volunteer hours annually. Many volunteers work as trail builders, trail maintainers, office assistants, and board and committee members. It is a great way to meet new people, learn new skills, and enjoy the outdoors with your friends and family. Whatever your age or ability, we need your help.
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