Tunnel of Trees (M-119)
A narrow tree-lined road along Lake Michigan from Harbor Springs to Cross Village, with orchards and a famous roadhouse.
- Distance
- 65 miles
- Driving
- 3 hours
- Take
- 1 day
- Route
- Petoskey, MI to Mackinaw City, MI
M-119 is a winding, tree-canopied road above Lake Michigan between Harbor Springs and Cross Village. It passes Good Hart and the Legs Inn, a stone folk-art restaurant. The road is narrow with curves, so go slowly. It's an easy half-day detour from Petoskey or Mackinaw City, and the colours in October are the reason people come.
The stops
Start
Petoskey, MI
Town
Petoskey
Start, with Petoskey stone beaches.
Town
Harbor Springs
Harbour village at the start of M-119.
Town
Good Hart
Tiny hamlet with a general store (approx coordinates).
Town · Overnight
Cross Village
End of the tunnel; Legs Inn serves Polish dishes with views.
Park
Wilderness State Park
Lakeshore park with beach and trails on the way to Mackinaw City.
Town
Mackinaw City
Straits of Mackinac and ferries to the island.
Finish
Mackinaw City, MI
Where to stay
Night 1
Harbor Springs
Harbor Springs inns · Petoskey State Park campground
- When to go
- Late Sep–mid Oct for colour; summer for lake views
- On the road
- Narrow with no shoulders; slow speeds and cyclists. Some sections lack cell reception.
Take the trip with you
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