There’s a new plan for trails in the state of Michigan. The Department of Natural Resources has announced the creation of the 2022-2032 Michigan DNR Trails Plan.
The DNR has determined that 79% of Michiganders enjoy some sort of outdoor recreation and that outdoor recreation contributes an estimated $9.5 billion to the state’s economy.
The plan calls for an updated framework implemented over the next decade to manage the state’s 13,400 miles of trails. The trails are used for hiking, horseback riding, biking, snowmobiling, off-roading, and other recreational pursuits year-round.
The motto “explore, connect, sustain” is the foundation of the plan. Key points in the plan include analyzing the connections between existing trails and communities, recognizing funding sources for trails, and creating a strategy for trail use through online resources and other DNR channels.
2022-2032 Michigan DNR Trails Plan
Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland
