Official Resort Adventure Partner

Helmets inside the resort • Launch at the trailhead

Grand Traverse Resort Guest Adventures

Your Resort Stay + A Perfect Trail Day

UTV tours, snowmobile tours, and electric bike rentals—designed for guests who want an easy,
premium experience from check‑in to trailhead.

Helmet pickup in resort
Quick shuttle transfer
Ride toward downtown TC

The Resort-Guest Flow (Fast. Easy. Zero Hassle.)

Stay resort‑style, ride hard, then come back to the spa, dining, pools, and comfort.
You don’t need a complicated plan—you just need a time slot.

01

Helmet pickup inside the resort

Quick fit + orientation so you’re ready to roll.

02

Shuttle across the street

No parking stress. No car shuffle. Fast transfer to staging.

03

Launch from the trailhead start

Ride straight from the beginning of the trail system—downtown Traverse City and beyond.

Choose Your Adventure

Want adrenaline? Go UTV or snowmobile. Want “see everything without parking”? Go electric bikes and explore by trail.

Guided UTV Tours (Warm Weather)

Backwoods views, big smiles, and a ride you’ll talk about all year.

  • Great for couples, families, and groups
  • Guided ride experience (all skill levels)
  • Perfect “adventure day” add‑on to golf/spa/dining

Guided Snowmobile Tours (Winter)

Northern Michigan winter is unreal from a snowmobile—groomed trails, snowy forests, pure energy.

  • 2-hour guided tour option
  • Helmet & goggles included (with gear upgrade options)
  • Come back to the resort and warm up in style

New: Electric Bike Rentals (Trail‑to‑Town)

Explore Traverse City the easy way: paved trails, bay views, parks, beaches, and downtown stops—no parking hunt.

  • Perfect for date rides, family cruises, and casual explorers
  • Ride toward downtown and the bayfront
  • Choose your time: quick ride or full-day wander

Explore Traverse City by Trail

Start near Acme and ride the paved corridor toward Traverse City. Keep it short, hit downtown, or connect into longer routes for a full-day adventure.

Choose your time window

60–90 minutes

Fresh-air reset + scenic turnaround. Perfect before dinner reservations.

  • Quick bayfront cruise + photos
  • Short trail sample, easy pace

2–3 hours

Ride toward downtown Traverse City, explore, then roll back relaxed.

  • Downtown stroll + snack stop
  • Clinch Park / marina vibes

3–5 hours

Add more stops, more shoreline, more “we should do this again.”

  • Boardman Lake Loop add‑on
  • Beach time + longer lunch

Half day / full day

Turn it into a true Traverse City day: trails, town, and scenic detours.

  • Leelanau Trail direction (toward Suttons Bay)
  • Extra viewpoints + photo spots

Can’t‑miss places to explore
  • Downtown Traverse City (Front Street)
  • Clinch Park & marina
  • Bayfront parks & viewpoints
  • West End Beach (sunset)
  • Traverse City State Park
  • Boardman Lake Loop
  • Boardman River area
  • The Village at Grand Traverse Commons
  • Coffee & bakery ride
  • Leelanau Trail connection
  • Ride toward Suttons Bay
  • Old Mission Peninsula scenic cruise
  • East Bay shoreline views
  • Picnic stop + cruise back

Trailhead + area map
Why this basecamp hits different

Grand Traverse Resort & Spa is built for full days: golf, spa, dining, pools—and then “go do something epic.”

  • Easy launch point near Acme
  • Stay + play convenience
  • Adventure in every season

Book a “Room + Ride” Package

Bundle the stay and the adventure. These Resort packages pair accommodations with a guided ride (plus resort credits/perks).

UTV Adventure Package

Rev up your getaway with a guided UTV trail ride + resort comfort.

  • 1 night accommodations
  • $100 food & beverage credit
  • 1.5-hour guided UTV tour
  • Access to resort amenities

Winter Adventure Package (Snowmobile)

Snowmobile Northern Michigan—then come back to a warm resort reset.

  • 1 night accommodations
  • $100 food & beverage credit
  • 2-hour guided snowmobile tour
  • VIP check‑in prior to the tour

Book Your Adventure

Reserve your UTV tour, snowmobile tour, or electric bike rental right here. Staying at the Resort?
Pick a time that fits your day—then we’ll handle the easy resort‑guest flow.

FAQ

Where do resort guests meet?

Start inside the Resort for helmet pickup/orientation, then head across the street to staging and the trailhead start.

Are helmets included?

Yes—helmets are included for tours/rentals, and we’ll make sure you’re fitted correctly before you ride.

How far is downtown Traverse City by trail?

The paved corridor runs from the Acme side toward Traverse City and connects into downtown—perfect for e‑bike exploring.

Can we do multiple activities during our stay?

Absolutely. Many guests do an adrenaline day (UTV or snowmobile) plus a “see‑the‑city” day (e‑bikes).

What if we’re a big group?

Call/text us for group timing and we’ll help build a smooth schedule.

Ready to ride?
Book online • call/text for help • then launch from the Resort area
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