Norway Ridge Pathway

Directions

45.022638,-83.514529

Contact

Phone: 989-734-2543

Email: DNR-ParksAndRecreation@Michigan.gov

Embark on a 7-mile adventure along the Norway Ridge Pathway in Alpena County. Wander through a forest of towering red pines and traverse sandy ridges.

The trailhead is located 4.5 miles southwest of Alpena via Werth Road. Thanks to the Thunder Bay Trails Association for helping maintain the trail.

The trail is groomed during the winter months.

Temporary trail closure

Norway Ridge Pathway is partially closed during construction. The loops up to trail marker # 6 are open, however, the crews working on boardwalk replacements will be accessing work locations via the trails. Please take precautions when using the open loops. The project consists of replacement of up to five boardwalk sections. The trail is expected to reopen in late June.

Trail activities

Cross-country skiing

All seven miles of trail are groomed for cross-country skiing during the winter months.

Equestrian

This multi-use trail is open to horseback riding. There are multiple long sections of boardwalks.

Hiking

Mountain biking

All seven miles of trail are open to mountain biking.

Snowshoeing

Snowshoers are asked to stay off tracks groomed for cross-country skiing.

Area and trail maps

Interactive map
Downloadable PDF map

Download trail map

Photos

A family walks up a boardwalk trail with their dog

A family on cross-country skis next to a snowman

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Norway Ridge Pathway

Norway Ridge Pathway

Trail activities

Cross-country skiing

Equestrian

Hiking

Mountain biking

Snowshoeing

Area and trail maps

Photos

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