A Breath of Fresh (Winter) Air

Dec. 9, 2023

Feeling a little burnt out (already) from the pressure of the holidays? Swap the pulsing light displays and busy downtown districts for glowing lanterns and the great outdoors. Hartwick Pines State Park in Grayling welcomes you for a hike on the lantern-lit Old Growth Trail on Saturday, Dec. 16, from 5pm to 8:30pm. Depending on the snow cover, you may want hiking boots, crampons, or snowshoes. The park has several pairs of snowshoes available to borrow on a first come, first served basis. (Note: In the event of truly inclement weather, the hike may be canceled.) After a peaceful stroll through the woods, warm up with your fellow outdoorsy friends at a bonfire near the Logging Museum. The event is free, but a Michigan Recreation Passport is required for entry to the park. (Passports can be purchased at the Visitor Center, where you will park for the hike.) Find the park at 4216 Ranger Rd in Grayling, and call the Visitor Center at 989-348-2537 with any questions.