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 All8/19 Boardman Lake Loop Ribbon Cutting
Come celebrate the completion of the Boardman Lake Loop Trail at the Ribbon Cutting ceremony at Medalie Park on Friday, August 19!
View8/20 Boardman Lake Loop Trail Tours
Continue the Loop opening celebrations with us on Saturday, August 20th with a guided tour of the Loop. Your local guides Peg Jonkoff, Tara Hochstetler, and Amy Shamroe will lead walkers, fun runners, and bicyclists around the Loop featuring stops along the way to learn more about TART Trails, the partnerships at play that helped complete the Loop, and the history of the trail and Boardman Lake.
View8/20 Dune Dash
Join us for the Ninth Annual Dune Dash 4-mile run/walk on Saturday, August 20th. The race course showcases the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail located in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Starting and finishing at the base of the Dune Climb, runners follow the paved Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail past rolling dunes and beautiful forests to the turn around point at historic Glen Haven. Don’t miss your chance to experience one of the most beautiful scenic runs in Michigan.
View9/12 Volunteer Appreciation Party
Have you volunteered for TART Trails? Donated time to work on the trails or on behalf of TART in any way, shape or form? Then please join us for our annual Volunteer Appreciation Party.
ViewActive Projects
Boardman Lake Loop Trail
The Boardman Lake Loop Trail Officially Open on Friday, July 1! We have FINALLY completed the Loop! TART Trails, the City of Traverse City, Charter Township of Garfield, Grand Traverse County and other project partners
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Acme Connector Trail
The 1.8 mile Acme Connector will connect the TART Trail and Acme, providing safe access to businesses, existing trails, and recreation opportunities. The trail will connect the current TART Trail terminus at Bunker Hill Road
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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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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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