| 1. Why is this location important? The North Country Trail is a multi-state hiking trail covering 4,700 miles when completed. This trail connects the M-179 Byway to six other states and showcases the area to those hiking the trail. This resource provides year-round opportunities and is open to the general public for primarily foot traffic (no horses, motorized vehicles, or bicycles). |
| 2. How do the resources shown in this photo help to tell the Byway’s story? This portion of the trail is typical of the trail as it passes through Michigan. The Byway is known for its rustic nature and outdoor facilities, and this trail is a prime example of these features. |
| 3. How is this resource linked to the other resources along the Byway? The trail passes through many of the other resources. |
| 4. How is this resource linked to the roadway? The trail crosses M-179. |
| 5. Has this resources been recognized by any regional or national program or organization? Yes. National Scenic Trail operated by the North Country Trail Association, headquartered in Lowell, Michigan. |
| 6. Who owns this resource? Is the owner involved in the Byway Committee or the development of the Byway Management Strategy? The trail is administered by the National Parks Service and is operated by the North Country Trail Association. Some parts are publicly owned and others have rights-of-way granted by private land owners. |