The Blue Star Trail
Walk. Run. Bike. Ski.
A Trail for all seasons and all reasons
One afternoon is all it takes to see the possibilities. Once you first experience the Blue Star Trail, you’ll understand why so many people love and support this little stretch of Southwest Michigan. Whether you’re walking, running, biking, skiing or simply breathing it in, the Trail is becoming a place for all seasons and all reasons.
About the Blue Star Trail
The Blue Star Trail will be a 20-mile paved, non-motorized, shared use recreational trail that connects people and communities from Saugatuck to South Haven, Michigan. The Trail will improve safety, wellness, economic health, and our environment. To learn more about the Trail’s progress find out what’s new here.
About Friends
Friends of the Blue Star Trail is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to promote and fund construction of the Trail, in partnership with our local communities. Friends raises money for engineering, local match funding required for state/federal matching construction grants, and ongoing maintenance. The municipalities along the route apply for state/federal matching grants and will own the sections of the Trail within their borders.
Why it’s important
Safety
Separate pedestrians, runners, bikers, and skiers from roadways.
Wellness
Encourage physical outdoor activity and recreation.
Economic Health
Increase visitor and resident traffic to area businesses and attractions.
Connectivity
Connect people and communities from Saugatuck to South Haven and beyond.
Environment
Improved air quality due to zero emission transportation and recreation.
Transportation
Supports a functional, cost-effective, alternative, safe way to travel.
Support the Blue Star Trail
Lakeshore Harvest Ride
It’s not just a Ride, it’s a harvest for the senses
2025 Date Coming Soon
The Lakeshore Harvest Ride is the one Michigan bike tour that lets you see, touch, smell and taste the riches of Southwest Michigan. Visit wineries, cider mills, microbreweries, family farms, orchards and art studios along the way. There are routes for every rider, ranging from 15 to 62 miles.
Toast
A Toast to the Blue Star Trail
Friends of the Blue Star Trail is proud to be celebrating TOAST 2024 at Modales. Nestled within the Fennville AVA, the 40-acre estate vineyard stands as a testament to Michigan's burgeoning wine industry. The state's inaugural AVA, Fennville's Modales focuses on terroir expression and regenerative practices. Surrounded by meticulously cultivated vineyards, guests will enjoy the private tasting rooms and beautiful in-and outdoor spaces.
Click here to view a list of our sponsors.
Join Us
Join us in supporting the Blue Star Trail
Donate to help Friends of the Blue Star Trail enhance the Trail Michigan loves. Volunteer your time and talent to help make the Trail of tomorrow a reality. Advocate to your local government representatives and express your support for the Trail.
To volunteer: contact Jack Eisinger at jce6935@gmail.com