Trail Overview

Federal Forest Service Road (FS) 3309, also known as Edison Road, is a federally owned/ locally maintained, Level-2/ Level-3 forest road with a surface composition of dirt, sand, gravel, and native material. This route is currently open and in fair condition; it is not a DNR road (ORV use is subject to local government regulations). It connects 16 Mile Road/ Akrigg to East Lake Road. Description created on September 17, 2025.

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Difficulty

Gravel, dirt, sandy road, unmaintained after rain or snow that may give rise to shallow water crossings and obstacles under 12 inches on the trail, including small ledges. This road is typically one to two vehicles in width, with portions that narrow down to a "Two Track" road.

History

Edison Road is a key thoroughfare near the northern terminus of the Mackinac Bridge, serving as part of the infrastructure connecting to the city and nearby attractions. Historically, this area in Mackinac County evolved from indigenous territory to a French mission site founded in 1671, before developing into a major Straits of Mackinac tourist and transit hub.

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