Michigan can reap billions by expanding trails and greenways, study finds

Greenways and trails have become more popular in promoting community connectivity and ecotourism, but the network should be expanded in Michigan and the Great Lakes region, recent study says.

By: Olivia O’Neill, Capital News Service

Outlets: Bridge Michigan

Published: November 9, 2026

Words: 1,053

Last Updated: 53 minutes ago

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LANSING — Greenways and trails have become more popular in promoting community connectivity and ecotourism, but the network should be expanded in Michigan and the Great Lakes region, said a recent study.

Trails primarily in Southeast Michigan currently connect 45 communities, and the Great Lakes Way project is pushing to increase the number of usable greenways and sustain funding for such efforts.

The study examined the Great Lakes Way, which connects people to natural resources …

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