Active Projects

10th Street Trailhead Project
The goal of the 10th Street Trailhead project along the Boardman Lake Trail is to transform this underutilized public space into an enriching environment for everyone to enjoy – placemaking is at the very heart

Leelanau Trail Updates
In early August 2020 Team Elmer’s wrapped up a construction project replacing a culvert and laying new asphalt between 4th Street and 1st Street in Suttons Bay. Special thanks to our funders for their continued

Acme Connector Trail
At the southernmost segment of The Nakwema Trailway (TC ↔ CHX Trail), the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund announced a $300,000 grant award to Acme Township for the Acme Connector Trail. This significant milestone will

Buffalo Ridge Trail Project
The Buffalo Ridge Trail is a proposed 4.5-mile trail that connects the west and southwest areas of Traverse City. Buffalo Ridge Trail is currently an almost 1.5 mile trail connecting The Village at Grand Traverse

TART Transformation
Nearly 30 years after its construction in 1990, portions of the TART are now in need of significant upgrades and replacement. New asphalt will widen the trail, ensuring another 30 years of safe, comfortable and year-round connections.

Boardman Lake Loop Trail
Completing the Loop will showcase the region’s natural, cultural and recreational resources—the trail will help share the story of both the Boardman River’s and the community’s transformation by highlighting our unique freshwater environment and featuring

Three Mile Trail Project
The first phase of the Three Mile Trail opened in 2006. The 2-mile long trail goes along Three Mile Road from the State Park beach on US 31 to South Airport Road. The trail was