This 92-mile linear, paved trail state park connects Comstock Park (in the Grand Rapids area) to Cadillac. The state’s second-longest rail-trail, it follows the rail bed of the old Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad. Asphalt covers much of the trail, except for a few short stretches.

The trail travels through 15 towns and cities, areas of rural farmland, has many overlooks, picnic areas, and more. There are many wildlife viewing opportunities along the route.

To reach the Cadillac trailhead: Take US 131 to exit 177 for North Mitchell Business District and go north on Mitchell Street for two miles. Turn west on Chapin Street and follow for a quarter of a mile. The trailhead in on the north side of the road.

To reach the Big Rapids trailhead: Take U.S. 131 to Big Rapids, exit 139. Take M-20 east through town, including the downtown, cross the Muskegon River and at the traffic light proceed straight for one-tenth of a mile to the depot staging area; turn south.

To reach the Russel Road trailhead: Take U.S. 131 to the exit for M-57 and head east on M-57. Turn north on Summit Avenue and continue until Russel Road. The trailhead is just north of the Summit Avenue and Russel Road intersection.

To reach the Rogue River Park, Belmont, trailhead: Take U.S. 131 to exit 95 (Post Drive). Take Post Drive east to Belmont Road. Take Belmont Road a quarter-mile south to Rogue River Park entrance; turn left.