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Green Pine Pathway

Experience the natural beauty of Clare County by hiking, biking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing the Green Pine Lake Pathway. This 13 mile trail offers a diverse range of habitats, including lakes, fields, woodlands, and wetlands, where hikers can encounter a wide variety of wildlife and natural beauty in every season.

The trails were reconstructed in 2005 and 2006, and in the summer of 2006, a one-mile self-guided interpretive trail was added, beginning at the Mud Lake Campground. This interpretive trail provides information on the ecological importance of the diverse habitats found in Clare County, making it a perfect way to explore and learn about the environment in an enjoyable manner.

Recreational Permit Required

Trail Length: 13 miles

Trail Activities

  • Biking
  • Hiking
  • Snowshoeing
  • Cross-Country Skiing

Getting There

Green Pine Lake Pathway has two accessible trailheads:

  • On M-115, just north of Lake Station Road
  • Mud Lake Campground off Brown Road (43.915648 LAT, -85.020183 LONG)

Contact

Michigan DNR – Clare Field Office: 989-386-3021

Clare County

Phone

800-715-3550

Mailing Address

PO Box 226
Clare, MI 48617

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Clare County
  • Discover…
    • The Area
      • Clare
      • Farwell
      • Harrison
      • Lake & Lake Station
      • Lake George & Leota
    • History
      • Historic Landmark Tour
    • Amish Community
    • Explore by Season
      • Spring
      • Summer
      • Fall
      • Winter
    • Vacation Guide
    • Local Information
  • Things to Do
    • Arts & Entertainment
    • Dining
    • Shopping
    • Outdoor Recreation
      • ATV, ORV & Snowmobiling
      • Boating & Canoeing
      • Hiking & Biking
      • Golf
      • Disc Golf
      • Camping
      • Parks
      • Skiing, Tubing, & Snowboarding
  • Lodging
  • Events
    • News
    • Clare County Fair
    • Irish Festival
    • Yoder’s Auction & Flea Market
    • Frostbite Festival
  • Meet & Gather
  • Contact
    • Privacy Policy

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