Frankfort Mineral Springs Park

Hiking & Trails · Traverse City, MI

Pine needles crunch underfoot as you wind through Bellows Park's gentle trails, where towering maples and oaks create a natural canopy that filters sunlight into dancing patches on the forest floor. This Benzie County gem draws families with its easy-going paths that meander past wildflower clearings and moss-covered logs perfect for rest stops. Kids love spotting chipmunks darting between ferns while parents appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and well-maintained trails. The earthy scent of rich Michigan soil mingles with fresh lake air drifting inland, creating that distinctive Up North feeling that keeps visitors coming back.