Frederik Meijer Trail, formerly the M-6 Trail, a bike trail running along the M-6 freeway in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area
The Frederik Meijer Trail is a paved path in Walker, Michigan, stretching about 6.5 miles and connecting neighborhoods with parks and schools. The route runs flat and straight, often alongside the M-6 freeway, with wooden bridges over small streams and a tunnel under a major road.
Construction began in 2008 to connect larger trail systems, driven by local leadership seeking to integrate the path into regional plans. The project was funded through federal grants and foundation support, with sections opening in phases over several years.
The trail is easily reached from nearby neighborhoods with parking available at several points including City Central Park and Lincoln Lawns Park. It remains open year-round and can be used for snowshoeing or cross-country skiing during winter months.
A ghostbike memorial marks a fatal 2011 accident where a cyclist was struck at a railway crossing, prompting upgraded safety signals and trail rerouting. The site serves as a reminder of the importance of caution when using the path.
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