Pine Baron Pathway

Otsego Lake State Park

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6.25

Have adventures year-round along the Pine Baron Pathway. It is located in Otsego County, inside the Mackinaw State Forest, just a few miles west of Gaylord. Located in Otsego County, this pathway travels through a forest of hardwoods and pines. The Pine Baron Pathway is most popular in the winter when it is groomed for cross-country skiing. The trailhead is located 5 miles southwest of Gaylord. This trail is managed by Otsego Lake State Park.

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Located near Gaylord, the Pine Baron Pathway provides a variety of terrain for hiking, mountain biking and skiing adventures. With 6.25 miles of trail and four possible loops, this trail provides an opportunity to travel through a beautifully dense forest. The loops wind through a forest of hardwoods and pines and only involve a few minor changes in elevation. This pathway is most popular in winter when it is groomed as a single-track cross-country ski trail. The trailhead is 5 miles southwest of Gaylord via M-32 West, South Townline Toad, Milbocker Road and Lone Pine Road.

Backpacking (dispersed camping) is allowed along the pathway. View a map of state forests and campgrounds.

Activities (Display as List)

Cross Country Ski Item is accessible.
Cross Country Ski: All 6.25 miles of the trail are groomed for cross-country skiing during the winter months.
Hiking Item is accessible.
Hiking
Mountain Biking Item is accessible.
Mountain Biking
Snowshoeing Item is accessible.
Snowshoeing: Snowshoers are asked to stay off tracks groomed for cross-country skiing.