The Traverse City to Charlevoix Trail is now known as The Nakwema Trailway.

The Vision

WHERE PATHS CONNECT

The Nakwema (nah-KWAY-mah) Trailway is a generational investment in our region, our identity, our people, and our future. Nakwema — meaning "where paths connect" in Ojibwe — will provide critical non-motorized transportation and recreation infrastructure joining Charlevoix and Traverse City, in between, and beyond.

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Project Goals

1

Develop a non-motorized trailway between the TART Trails and the Top of Michigan Trails Council networks, connecting multiple communities and over twenty-five protected natural areas throughout three counties to create a 415+ mile trail network in northern Lower Michigan.

2

Create opportunities for everyone to participate in active living and healthy lifestyles through year-round outdoor recreation and active transportation, while providing access to the region’s iconic shoreline and showcasing the region’s phenomenal cultural and natural resources.

3

Provide an extraordinary resource for residents of and visitors to northwest Lower Michigan to spur economic development opportunities, enhance regional identity and strengthen vibrant communities.

News & Updates
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It's official, we have wayfinding signs up on the Deepwater Connector! Enjoy clear directions as you navigate the newest segment of the Nakwema Trailway! ... See MoreSee Less

2 days ago
Its official, we have wayfinding signs up on the Deepwater Connector! Enjoy clear directions as you navigate the newest segment of the Nakwema Trailway!Image attachmentImage attachment

Nothing says springtime like center line striping!
Last week, we added some finishing touches to the Deepwater Connector, which is our southernmost portion of the Nakwema Trailway. Center lines help all trail users as they move around a corner or a highly trafficked section of trail!
Beyond center lines, we also clarified the pedestrian crossing at the intersection of M-72 and US-31.
Get out and enjoy!
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3 weeks ago
Nothing says springtime like center line striping! 
Last week, we added some finishing touches to the Deepwater Connector, which is our southernmost portion of the Nakwema Trailway. Center lines help all trail users as they move around a corner or a highly trafficked section of trail!
Beyond center lines, we also clarified the pedestrian crossing at the intersection of M-72 and US-31. 
Get out and enjoy!Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

Thank you to Pine Hill Nursery for hosting an excellent community event this past weekend! The Top of Michigan Trails Council and TART Trails staff had a great time connecting with some new and some familiar faces as we talked about the Nakwema Trailway. We shared status updates on our three main priorities in Elk Rapids, Eastport, and Charlevoix!

We'll be sure to see you at the next one!
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4 weeks ago
Thank you to Pine Hill Nursery for hosting an excellent community event this past weekend! The Top of Michigan Trails Council and TART Trails staff had a great time connecting with some new and some familiar faces as we talked about the Nakwema Trailway. We shared status updates on our three main priorities in Elk Rapids, Eastport, and Charlevoix! 

Well be sure to see you at the next one!Image attachment