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Wheelchair Accessible West Michigan: 7 Top Natural Attractions in West Michigan

ADA and handicap accessibility in Michigan is thriving as more and more attractions are adapted. West Michigan has made a lot of changes to state parks and other natural areas to be inclusive for any and all visitors. Not only have nonprofit organizations helped with donations but the different promotions and fundraising done by the parks themselves has helped build up the many different solutions to make the beautiful west side more accessible.
By prioritizing safety and accessibility, state parks along the coast of Lake Michigan have paved trails, built ramps to the water, and acquired track chairs and beach chairs to better the availability of Michigan’s fine beaches and forests. Support for even more accessible adaptations is growing on this side of the state as fundraising, promotions, and more receive more attention.

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Best ADA-Accessible Hiking and Bike Trails in Michigan | MI State Park Track Wheelchairs

Accessibility to Michigan’s freshwater coast is abundant throughout the state. Many prepped and paved trails are easily accessible to users of wheelchairs and other mobility devices. In addition, through the generous donations of foundations like Kali’s Cure, track wheelchairs are available at many Michigan State Park locations throughout the state. These off-road, electronic chairs can easily handle trails, snow, sand and even up to eight inches of water, allowing users to explore areas of the parks where traditional wheelchairs might not be able to go. They are available for rent on a first-come, first-serve basis.

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ADA and Handicap Accessible Beaches in Michigan to Visit

The BEST ADA, Handicap and Wheelchair Accessible Beaches and Hiking Trails in Michigan. Find where and how to rent FREE Track Wheelchairs at Michigan State Parks and other locations in Michigan. Find info on Mobi-Chairs and Beach Wheelchairs in Ludington, Tawas, South Haven, St Joseph, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Grand Haven and Charlevoix. Info on Joy2Ride Benzie, wheelchair accessible biking trail.