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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Join us for the Elk Rapids Fall Festival taking place this Saturday on River Street. We will be on-site talking all things trails and soaking up the fall vibes! 🍂🍁 ... See MoreSee Less

4 days ago
Join us for the Elk Rapids Fall Festival taking place this Saturday on River Street. We will be on-site talking all things trails and soaking up the fall vibes! 🍂🍁

ATTENTION🔊! The proposed trail alignments between Torch Lake Village and Old Dixie Highway were presented at an Open House at the Torch Lake Township Hall on August 23. Look over the presentation and the two alignment options via the link below and take the survey. The survey will be open through September 17.

Presentation Link: nakwematrailway.org/the-vision/the-trail/torch-lake-township/?mc_cid=448ca8289b&mc_eid=6f8c08f1e7...

Survey Link: www.surveymonkey.com/r/nakwematorch?fbclid=IwAR2pU9s-WcIPrN4OB_gws_dMlLF6YkYcPEhdN75_-2OpTo52VCy-...
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2 weeks ago
ATTENTION🔊! The proposed trail alignments between Torch Lake Village and Old Dixie Highway were presented at an Open House at the Torch Lake Township Hall on August 23. Look over the presentation and the two alignment options via the link below and take the survey. The survey will be open through September 17.

Presentation Link: https://nakwematrailway.org/the-vision/the-trail/torch-lake-township/?mc_cid=448ca8289b&mc_eid=6f8c08f1e7&fbclid=IwAR3infLdAzBF12rT5UzGXW75JTDSqloOgFrQtI_LV7V5-bwy9wY7xiOliAA

Survey Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/nakwematorch?fbclid=IwAR2pU9s-WcIPrN4OB_gws_dMlLF6YkYcPEhdN75_-2OpTo52VCy-6E3FSvc

📣INPUT NEEDED📣 Planning for the section of the Nakwema Trailway between Torch Lake Village and Old Dixie Highway in Torch Lake Township is underway and we want to hear from YOU!

The proposed trail alignments were presented at an Open House at the Torch Lake Township Hall on August 23. Look over the presentation and the two alignment options via the link below and take the survey. The survey will be open through September 17.

Presentation Link: nakwematrailway.org/the-vision/the-trail/torch-lake-township/?mc_cid=448ca8289b&mc_eid=6f8c08f1e7

Take the Survey Here: www.surveymonkey.com/r/nakwematorch
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3 weeks ago
📣INPUT NEEDED📣 Planning for the section of the Nakwema Trailway between Torch Lake Village and Old Dixie Highway in Torch Lake Township is underway and we want to hear from YOU! 

The proposed trail alignments were presented at an Open House at the Torch Lake Township Hall on August 23. Look over the presentation and the two alignment options via the link below and take the survey. The survey will be open through September 17.

Presentation Link: https://nakwematrailway.org/the-vision/the-trail/torch-lake-township/?mc_cid=448ca8289b&mc_eid=6f8c08f1e7

Take the Survey Here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/nakwematorch

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3 weeks ago