GLEN ARBOR, Mich. (Michigan News Source) – Sugar Loaf is a well-known northern Michigan’s landmark. Now, a $1.6 million fundraising effort from the Leelanau Conservancy is all that’s left before it becomes a public recreation area.

The current owner of the 285 acre site, who wants to remain anonymous, has pledged to donate the property once the fundraising goal is met. Currently, the $8 million project has already raised $6.4 million.

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Plans for the site include:

  • A network hiking, biking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing trails
  • A summit pavilion
  • An accessible loop trail
  • A sledding hill, nature play area and gathering space

A community information session will be held on July 30 at 6 p.m. at Solon Township Hall, and Aug. 5 at 6 p.m. at Glen Arbor Township Hall.