Facility Overview

The PM Trail Parking Lot is an accessible, open-air surface parking facility located along the Pere Marquette Rail-Trail in Coleman, Michigan. This gravel-surfaced lot is designed primarily to provide convenient trailhead access for outdoor enthusiasts, cyclists, and hikers. The layout is expansive and open, offering no vertical clearance restrictions, making it an excellent choice for vehicles of all sizes, including those towing trailers, full-size pickup trucks, and high-roof adventure vans.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated directly adjacent to the historic Pere Marquette Rail-Trail, this parking area serves as a primary hub for those exploring the natural beauty of Mid-Michigan. The lot is ideally positioned for:

• Direct access to the Pere Marquette Rail-Trail, a 30-mile paved path perfect for biking and walking.
• Close proximity to Coleman city center amenities and local parks.
• Short driving distance to surrounding wilderness areas, making it a perfect staging point for day trips.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

The lot offers straightforward ingress and egress directly off the main roadway serving the trailhead. Traffic flow is typically light, even on weekends, allowing for stress-free arrival and departure. While public transit options in the immediate rural vicinity are limited, the location offers seamless connectivity for motorists traveling via US-10, which provides efficient access to larger regional transit networks in the Midland area.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Open-air surface parking with unrestricted overhead clearance.
• Spacious bays accommodating oversized vehicles and equipment trailers.
• Direct, zero-distance access to the regional rail-trail system.
• Natural, scenic setting with high visibility during daylight hours.
• Ample room for maneuvering and turning around vehicles.

Ideal For

• Cyclists and mountain bikers accessing the rail-trail.
• Local outdoor enthusiasts and weekend hikers.
• Travelers with oversized vehicles, trailers, or bike racks.
• Nature photographers and birdwatchers visiting the trail corridor.

Visitor & Driver Tips

• Always ensure that valuable personal items are not left in plain sight within your vehicle, as this is a remote-access area.
• Arrive early during peak weekend hours, especially in the spring and autumn months, as the lot is a popular starting point for trail users.
• Ensure your GPS is set for the specific trailhead coordinates, as rural addressing in Coleman can sometimes vary.
• Pack accordingly for trail conditions; there are limited services at the trailhead itself.