The Best Fitness in Michigan
Looking for the best fitness in Michigan? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Michigan. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top fitness spots in and near Michigan
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Munising, Michigan
Miners Castle to Au Sable Lighthouse
3.027.32 mi / 2323 ft gainThis trip works best with two cars where the first is dropped off at the Twelvemile Beach Parking Lot, and carpooled over to the Miner's Castle Parking Lot. Both lots can be easily found in the Pictured Rocks National Seashore Map, or on Google Maps. Start your day at Miner's Castle by checking ...Read more -
Oscoda Township, Michigan
Hike Lumberman’s Monument
5.05.6 miLumberman’s Monument is truly a hidden gem. Most people don’t realize there are towering sand dunes in the Oscoda area. While the majority of visitors stay at the overlook, there is a breathtaking trail for the more adventurous. The main parking for this trail is at the Lumberman’s Monument parki...Read more -
Mesick, Michigan
Hike the North Country Trail: Manistee River Section
5.019.8 mi / 2739 ft gainThis trail is perfect for backpacking, hiking, trail running, snow shoeing, or cross country skiing! The North Country Trail in the Manistee River section is 19.8 miles long, out and back. Depending on the distances you plan to cover, the trail ranges from beginner - advanced use. Given the eleva...Read more -
Traverse City, Michigan
Hike Old Mission Peninsula Park
6 mi / 183 ft gainAt the end of the Old Mission peninsula sits Mission Point Lighthouse. The lighthouse is surrounded by 5 acres of wooded township and many acres of state land! Upon arriving you can explore the shores just below the lighthouse - there can intriguing iceberg islands forming at the edge of the wate...Read more -
Marquette, Michigan
Hike the Pioneer Loop
7.8 mi / 401 ft gainTake the Benson Grade trail to Pioneer Loop part 1 --> Freak N Nature --> Greywalls --> Mossy Connector. There are a variety of trails that connect within the loop, so make sure to grab a map before starting out!Read more -
Honor, Michigan
Winter Hike Empire Bluff Trail
1.5 mi / 170 ft gainJust outside the village of Empire is where this venture starts. This hike may be the most famous hike in the area. The Empire Bluff Trail provides incredible views of the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, South Bar Lake and Lake Michigan! The hike is slightly hilly, and stays primarily in the trees. At ...Read more -
Holland, Michigan
Climb the Stairs up Mt. Pisgah
4.30.5 mi / 80 ft gainFeel the burn in your calves and thighs! If you don't feel it, pick up the pace or do it all again! The good news is it is actually just a large dune, not an entire mountain. It should not take you very long to run, even though there are over 200 steps here. Every 25th stair is marked and there a...Read more -
Marquette, Michigan
Hike the Harlow Lake Loop Trail
3.3 mi / 229 ft gainJust outside of Marquette, Michigan, the Harlow Lake Loop offers a variety of activity options and scenic lake views. Harlow Lake Recreation Area is close to numerous wonderful food options in the town of Marquette, and has easy parking.Read more -
Mackinac Island, Michigan
Tranquil Bluff Trail on Mackinac Island
5.03.09 mi / 180 ft gainYou will need to take a ferry to the island to access this hike, but the fare is cheap and is worth it for a day trip. This hike starts at the very popular (and thus usually crowded) Arch Rock and takes you halfway across the island to British Landing. Even with the initial crowds, you should be...Read more -
Marquette, Michigan
Hike the Iron Ore Heritage Trail: Marquette Bay
9.4 mi / 0 ft gainThe Iron Ore Heritage Trail is a 48-mile, multi-use, year round trail. Activities include trail running, hiking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, and backpacking. Given the length of the trail (and the point-to-point nature of the trail) make sure all members of your party are physically able t...Read more -
Grand Haven, Michigan
Run Across the Grand River
4 miBegin the run at Connor Bayou, where this adventure's directions lead to. You will follow the Idema Explorers trail into the woods, where you will wind around for about 0.4 miles. As soon as you exit the woods, continue to follow the paved trail that leads to the left along the road. After anothe...Read more -
Marquette, Michigan
Bike the Mount Marquette Loop
3.8 mi / 642 ft gainThe Mount Marquette Loop is one of the classic trails in the Noquemanon Trail Network. Starting at the trailhead, the loop is generally ridden in a counter-clockwise direction. Follow the Gurley trail to the Doctors trail, and from there, the trail connects with the Southern Cross trail and short...Read more