• Michigan visitors will find an extensive system of snowmobile trails.snowmobile image by Kelly Kane from Fotolia.com
  
  During the winter, Michigan gets plenty of snow--and enough cold weather to make the snow last. Not surprisingly, the state is home to numerous snowmobile trails, most of them groomed specifically for the sport. While dashing through the snow, snowmobilers will see frozen lakes, waterfalls, wildlife and deep forests. Most snowmobile trails are near towns that offer lodging and dining options.
  
  

Crystal Falls Trail

• Iron County, Michigan, in the Upper Peninsula, has about 250 miles of groomed trails, including the Crystal Falls Trail. The trail, which can be accessed in the town of Crystal Falls, passes near streams, rivers and a thick forest. The town itself features historic bridges, monuments and buildings. Other attractions include downhill skiing, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, camping and fishing. Snowmobile and ATV repair shops also can be found in Crystal Falls.
  
  Iron County Chamber of Commerce
  
  50 East Genesee St.
  
  Iron River, MI 49935-1514
  
  906-265-3822
  
  crystalfalls.org
  
  

Watersmeet Trail

• Near Watersmeet, Michigan there are 35 miles available to snowmobiles in an area that features lakes and steep terrain. The town is on the border of Michigan and Wisconsin in the Upper Peninsula. Snowmobilers who travel through the Ottawa National Forest, can connect to trails in other national and state forests. The area is also known for its birds--especially bald eagles and loons--black bears, coyotes, moose and timberwolves. Watersmeet gets from 100 to 250 inches of snow a year and travelers are required to have a trail permit to ride here. Watersmeet has restaurants, lodging, snowmobile rentals and gas stations. The trails can be accessed from several points in and around the city.
  
  Watersmeet Chamber of Commerce
  
  P.O. Box 593
  
  Watersmeet, MI 49969
  
  906-358-9961
  
  watersmeet.org
  
  

Charlevoix Trail

• The 19-mile Charlevoix Trail runs from Charlevoix to East Jordan, Michigan. The trail, which can be accessed from U.S. Highway 31, just south of the city, is part of the Northern Michigan Trail Network. Snowmobilers can access other trails from the Charlevoix Trail. Attractions include the Charlevoix Lighthouse, which was built in 1911, a casino, islands, Lake Michigan and Round Lake. The town has historic attractions, shopping, local seafood and fine dining.
  
  Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce
  
  109 Mason St.
  
  Charlevoix MI 49720
  
  231-547-2101
  
  charlevoix.org