Snowmobiling

in and around Manistee County

Get out your sleds and hit this multi-county trail network. When we get enough of the white stuff to start making smooth trails, the volunteer grooming community of over 250+ volunteers strong make their way out into the cold in Northern Michigan to keep this elaborate trail network in peak condition. Get your sleds and come up to Manistee County, where we are in the heart of the Northern Michigan Trail Systems!

(photo courtesy of Manistee/Benzie Snowbirds)

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IMPRESSIVE TRAILS TO RIDE

Plenty of places to ride, eat and sleep... check out the hot spots & download your own map below.

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BENZIE/NORTHERN MANISTEE CO. TRAIL CONDITIONS

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Top 5 Ways to Winter

by Manistee VB | November 22, 2022 | First Time Visitors, Outdoors, Seasons, Uncategorized, Winter, Winter Alt Campaign | 0 Comments

Northern Michigan winter adventure abounds in Manistee County, featuring more than 245 miles of trails, 80 deep water inland lakes, and 4 river streams. Whether you are trying your hand at a new winter sport or are a seasoned winter warrior, you will find plenty of...

Love the Night Life

by Manistee VB | November 22, 2022 | Beer, Wine & Sprits, Entertainment & Culture, First Time Visitors, Seasons, Winter, Winter Alt Campaign | 0 Comments

After the sun sets over the frozen tundra of the Lake Michigan shoreline, attention turns to dining and entertainment to make for a fun evening in Manistee. Looking for a live performance on the big stage, a rousing game of cards, or a tub of popcorn at a historic...

Outdoor Adventure in Manistee’s North Woods

by Maralee Cook | March 22, 2017 | Adventure Sports, Fall, Featured, Local Parks, Outdoors, Seasons, Spring, Summer, Trails, Winter | 0 Comments

If you’re an adventurous explorer, you’ve come to the right place. Our North Woods are in the heart of four-season natural beauty with thrill-a-minute activities. A passionate group of entrepreneurs have developed their own visions to share, creating...

Riding the Big Bear Butt Cruise

by Manistee VB | February 10, 2016 | Adventure Sports, Conversations, Outdoors | 0 Comments

Multi-kilometer bicycle cruises, northern Lower Michigan scenery, campfires and camaraderie. It seemed like a success story just waiting to be written for Manistee County native Bob Schuelke. He turned a love of cycling and the community he grew up in into...

Ice Fishing the Lakes of Manistee

by Manistee VB | November 22, 2022 | Fishing & Hunting, Outdoors, Seasons, Winter, Winter Alt Campaign | 0 Comments

As January temperatures drop, a thick layer of ice begins to form across the inland lakes, and slowly small shanty towns start to develop as sport fishermen flock to 80 deep water lakes of our region for another type of winter fishing. Through the mid to late winter...

Big Manistee Winter Paddling

by Manistee VB | November 22, 2022 | Outdoors, Rivers & Paddling, Seasons, Winter, Winter Alt Campaign | 1 Comment

With open water year-round on the 4 rivers of Manistee County, winter paddling adventure abounds from the same access points paddlers enjoy in the summer months. Don’t let colder temperatures keep you away from paddling when the snow flies. You will find the scenic...

Fun and Excitement on the Northern Michigan Dragway

by Maralee Cook | April 10, 2016 | Adventure Sports, Conversations, Summer | 1 Comment

Drag racing, off-roading, shooting and archery ranges, bicycle cruises, mountain and fat biking, hunting, snowmobiling, skiing and snowboarding: The opportunities for testing the abilities and endurance of humans and machines year-round are endless in...

Top Summer Trails

by Manistee VB | July 9, 2024 | Adventure Sports, Outdoors, Summer, Trails, Uncategorized, What To Do | 0 Comments

150+ miles of trails span our county, welcoming you to come explore! Whether hiking or biking, you will find a trail that is just your speed. We have everything from short looped trails for the casual hiker to challenging single-track trails for the avid mountain...

Fall Hidden Gems

by Manistee Tourism | August 16, 2024 | Fall, Outdoors, Seasons, Tours, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

PC: Wee Bee Jammin'1. Wee Bee Jammin' Enjoy browsing jams, honey and trinkets in a rustic setting in lovely Bear Lake. Wee Bee Jammin’ has unique goods, jewelry, pottery, jams, honey and so much more, all made by Michigan artisans. There’s something for everyone. But...

Ski Nearby Manistee

by Manistee VB | November 22, 2022 | Adventure Sports, Outdoors, Seasons, Winter, Winter Alt Campaign, Winter Trails & Slopes | 0 Comments

Looking to spend some time on the slopes? Just a 30-minute drive from most locations in Manistee County, you can enjoy a day of downhill skiing or snowboarding at two popular Northern Michigan destinations offering nearly 100 ski runs. Need to gear up? Both regional...

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