Hiking

Hiking Trails

Looking to venture out into the wilderness? Newaygo County is home to miles of hiking trails and numerous nature areas that allow you to get out and create and adventure of your own making.

Choose the Right Trail for Your Adventure

First Time Hikers

Everyone starts somewhere. Ready to wander out on your first trail hiking adventure? We have just the right spot for you!

Endurance

Want to Go Explore the North Country Trail? Newaygo County is home to some of the longest trail segments of this 4,000 mile hiking trail. Your adventure begins!

Looped Trails

Want the simplicity of ending up where you began? These loop trails offer trails of varying lengths and challenge that all circle back to your home base.

Stories from the Trail

Destination Dragon

Destination Dragon

Trail Photos courtesy of The Wandering Michigander Spring is the perfect time to explore the now legendary Michigan’s Dragon at Hardy Dam, a 45-mile adventure looping around scenic Hardy Pond in beautiful Newaygo County. As the forest wakes up from winter, riders are...

Top Fall Favorites

Top Fall Favorites

The splendor of fall color, miles of trails beckoning you to explore, crisp cool mornings around the campfire, and dark night skies blanketed in stars, NewayGo County’s autumn season welcomes you to get outdoors, unplug, and reconnect with nature. After an...

NewayGo County Camping Adventure

NewayGo County Camping Adventure

Nothing says summer fun like camping! And now is the perfect time to plan your summer camping adventure. NewayGo County is brimming with great campgrounds equipped with all of the amenities you’ll need to create a memorable getaway. Whether you caravan with a group of...

Take on the Dragon

Take on the Dragon

Get ready for a fall adventure on a 45 mile hiking & biking trail outlining Hardy Pond.  This wooded trail invites you to explore color from a new perspective with amazing views of the natural beauty of our area. Through partnerships with Newaygo and Mecosta...

Spring in NewayGo County

Spring in NewayGo County

As the days become longer and the temperatures a little warmer, we are ready to get back outdoors for some fresh air and exploration. Springtime in Newaygo County welcomes explorers to our trails, whether you are an avid birder, a big-time biker, a morel mushroom...

Hit the Trail

Newaygo is the perfect hub to begin your adventure. Whether you are planning an overnight stay or a week long trek, we have the right trail head for you. What are you waiting for?