Mason Tract Pathway

North Higgins Lake State Park

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8.70

15 miles southeast of Grayling via M-72 and Canoe Harbor Road

Enjoy 8.7- miles of trails open to hiking and cross-country skiing. The trailhead is located in Crawford County, just 15 miles southeast of Grayling via M-72 and Canoe Harbor Road. The pathway is co-managed by North Higgins Lake State Park and the Grayling Field Office.

More Information

The 8.7 mile Mason Tract Pathway runs through the Mason Tract, 4,493-acre special management area located along the south branch of the AuSable River. It is designed to help protect the quality of fishing waters in the area. The Mason Tract originated as a gift in 1954, with the hopes that it would remain a permanent game preserve with no camping allowed.

The DNR still does not allow camping along this pathway, but does allow access for fishing, hunting, cross-country skiing and hiking. There is nearby camping available at the Canoe Harbor State Forest Campground, located at the north end on the AuSable River.

The pathway is maintained with the help of the Friends of the Mason Tract.

Activities (Display as List)

Cross-Country Skiing Item is accessible.
Cross-Country Skiing:

The Mason Tract Pathway offers a network of 8.7 miles of scenic trail winding along the west banks of the south branch of the Au Sable River. This network of trails is located between M-72 and the Chase Bridge boating access site and offers river views along its trek.

Hiking Item is accessible.
Hiking:

The pathway offers a network of 8.7 miles of scenic trail winding along the west banks of the south branch of the Au Sable River. This network of trails is located between M-72 and the Chase Bridge boating access site and offers river views along its trek.