The Michigan Trails Advisory Council advises the DNR and the governor on the creation, development, operation and maintenance of motorized and nonmotorized trails in the state, including snowmobile, biking, equestrian, hiking, off-road vehicle and skiing trails.
Contact:
Tim Novak, state trails coordinator
(517) 388-8347
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| March 24, 2026 | 1-4:30 p.m. |
RAM Center Join the meeting now Dial in by phone |
| June 23, 2026 | 1-4:30 p.m. |
DNR Newberry Customer Service Center Join the meeting now Dial in by phone |
| Sept. 24, 2026 | 1-4:30 p.m. |
DNR Carl T Johnson Ed Center Join the meeting now Dial in by phone |
| Dec. 14, 2026 | 1-4:30 p.m. |
RAM Center Join the meeting now Dial in by phone |
Public Appearance:
Anyone wanting to address the committee must declare their intent by completing a DNR Trails Advisory Committees public hearing comment card prior to or during the public appearance portion of the meeting. Those addressing the committee will be requested to identify their name, address and the organization, if any, that they belong. If representing an organization, the presenter should indicate whether their comments represent the official views of the organization. Those who contact the DNR staff assistant on or before the Friday preceding the meeting will be allowed five minutes for their presentation. Anyone signing up after the Friday preceding the meeting will be allowed up to three minutes, at the discretion of the chairperson. The public appearance segment of the meeting will last until closed by the chairperson or by vote of the council.
Contact:
The Equine Trails Subcommittee, an advisory group created as a subcommittee of the Michigan Trails Advisory Council, provides guidance and recommendations on a statewide network of pack and saddle trails.
The Nonmotorized Advisory Workgroup assists the Michigan Trails Advisory Council with its duties and responsibilities and provides the Department of Natural Resources advice related to the creation, development, operation and maintenance of the state’s nonmotorized trail system.
The Off-Road Vehicle Advisory Workgroup assists the Michigan Trails Advisory Council with its duties and responsibilities and provides the Department of Natural Resources advice related to the creation, development, operation and maintenance of the state’s designated ORV trail system.
The Snowmobile Advisory Workgroup assist the Michigan Trails Advisory Council with its duties and responsibilities and provides the Department of Natural Resources advice related to the creation, development, operation and maintenance of the state’s designated snowmobile trail system.
