1 inspired mission to create the Chain of Lakes Water Trail. Get out there and experience this incredible Northern Michigan kayaking and paddling destination. It’s just after 7 p.m. on a warm ...

On a map, you could imagine that the Chain of Lakes—14 interconnected lakes and rivers for a grand total of 55 miles—is a hose filling Lake Michigan’s East Grand Traverse Bay at the mouth in ...

Beyond the Sandbar: Family-Friendly Paddling Adventures on the Chain of Lakes Calling adventure-seeking families! Are you ready to dip your paddles into some of Northern Michigan’s most scenic ...

EDITOR'S NOTE: As spring descends on Michigan ... Two chains of lakes dot the landscape along the border of Livingston and Washtenaw counties, south of M-36. The Halfmoon Chain of Lakes, near ...

In the heart of the Great Lakes State, Michigan earns its nickname as the "Water Wonderland," with unparalleled natural splendor and dazzling year-round adventures. Bordering four of the five ...

People know what Pure Michigan stands for is just really quality things and quality experiences." The Chain of Lakes Water Trail, traveling from Charlevoix County to Grand Traverse Bay has 12 ...

ELK RAPIDS — The Chain of Lakes Water Trail was officially designated the first Pure Michigan Water Trail in the state of Michigan April 16 at the 2025 Governor’s Conference on Tourism.

ELK RAPIDS — The Chain of Lakes Water Trail in Michigan has been designated as the state’s first Pure Michigan Water Trail. According to an April 22 news release, the announcement was made on ...

RELATED: New 100-mile water trail in Northern Michigan now open for paddling adventures According to organizers, the event highlights the Chain of Lake’s wide range of paddling opportunities ...

The announcement was made during this week’s Pure Michigan Governor’s Conference on Tourism at Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. “The Betsie Valley Trail and Chain of Lakes Water Trail ...

RELATED: Up North paddling festival invites all skill levels to explore Chain of Lakes water trail The Lake Michigan Water Trail: This 350-mile trail covers seven counties’ worth of glorious ...