MI SB0877

Creates an 11-member Michigan Trails Advisory Council appointed by the governor to advise on creation, development, operation, and maintenance of motorized and nonmotorized trails including snowmobile, biking, equestrian, hiking, off-road vehicle, skiing, and water trails.

Establishes an Equine Trails Subcommittee as part of the advisory council with six members appointed by the director, including representatives from the state's tourism industry and equine industry across five regions of Michigan.

Allows pack and saddle animals access to trails on state forest lands unless restricted by statute or legal mechanism in effect as of April 2, 2010, and prohibits access on state park and state game area lands unless previously authorized.

Requires the Department of Natural Resources to hold public meetings and provide science-based rationales before restricting pack and saddle animal access to trails, with restrictions not taking effect for at least 60 days except in emergency situations involving user conflicts or threats to public health and safety.

Takes effect 90 days after enactment, contingent upon passage of Senate Bills 873, 875, 876 and House Bills 5553 and 5559.