Little Trout Lake

KI Sawyer’s newly renovated wellness and recreation hub sits along the Silver-Lead Creek Greenway and offers full ADA accessibility. The park features a lakeside pavilion, restrooms with a bottle-filling station, pickleball and basketball courts, beach volleyball, permanent cornhole platforms, and a vibrant playground. It’s the perfect spot for a family picnic or community gathering.

K.I. Sawyer Heritage Air Museum

The Museum is dedicated to preserving and promoting the Upper Peninsula’s aviation heritage—military and civilian alike—while educating the public on the vital role airpower plays in our nation’s defense and economy. Our Silver Wings Community Center is available to rent at an affordable rate for events of all kinds, from conferences and celebrations to reunions and banquets. We’re proud to offer the space free of charge to local charities."

Trail Systems

KI Sawyer offers an abundance of scenic trails perfect for walking, hiking, and exploring the outdoors. With both motorized and non-motorized routes woven throughout the community, there’s something for every type of adventurer. Whether you’re out for a peaceful stroll or an adrenaline-filled ride, KI Sawyer’s trail network delivers endless opportunities to enjoy nature.

Community Blog

Our community blog is a place to share stories, celebrate local events, and highlight the people and projects shaping KI Sawyer. It’s updated regularly with news, insights, and opportunities to get involved. Visit often to stay connected and be part of the conversation.

December 11, 2025

Remembering A Legacy

Hidden in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, the K.I. Sawyer Heritage Air Museum preserves the legacy of K.I. Sawyer Air Force Base (AFB)

Sawyer Community Enrichment logo

December 10, 2025

Building Together

Nestled in K.I. Sawyer, Michigan, Sawyer Community Enrichment has become a cornerstone for community

calm lake near field of trees

December 09, 2025

Little Trout Lake

A bold vision of reconnection — between neighbors, nature, and community spaces — is becoming real through the Silver Lead Creek Greenway (SLCG) and the revitalization of Little Trout Lake Park (LTL).

People standing in front of a community garden

December 09, 2025

Growing Together

The community organization Let’s Grow KI (LGKI) is cultivating health, connection, and food security through its neighborhood garden and collaborative programs.

Forsyth Forward logo set in tree canopy

December 08, 2025

Forsyth Forward

Nestled in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Forsyth Township — including the communities of Gwinn, MI, K.I. Sawyer, MI, and Little Lake, MI — is getting a new spark of energy thanks to Forsyth Forward.

Community Features

Discover the many features that make KI Sawyer a vibrant and welcoming place to live, work, and explore. From parks and trails to community services and local attractions, this section highlights the amenities that shape daily life here. Dive in to see what makes our community unique.

Little Trout Lake

KI Sawyer’s newly renovated wellness and recreation hub sits along the Silver-Lead Creek Greenway and offers full ADA accessibility.

KI Fitness Trail

This mile-and-a-half fitness trail follows the path of an old military training track, now rebuilt for year-round use—serving hikers and fitness enthusiasts in summer and cross-country skiers in winter.

Air Museum

The Museum is dedicated to preserving and promoting the Upper Peninsula’s aviation heritage—military and civilian alike—while educating the public on the vital role airpower plays in our nation’s defense and economy.

Lets Grow KI

Local garden plots provide families with nearby options for fresh vegetables, a valuable resource in a rural area where grocery access is limited.

Red Fox Golf Course

Just three minutes from Marquette Sawyer Airport in Gwinn, Michigan, Red Fox Run is an 18-hole golf course set in a scenic setting that makes every hole a breathtaking experience.

Marquette Sawyer Airport

Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport is a county-owned, public-use airport in Marquette County, Michigan, United States, just minutes away from K.I. Sawyer.

Disc Golf

The 9-hole course is free to the public with more than 40 acres to move around.

ORV Trails

Marquette County offers over 40 miles of well-marked ATV/ORV trails, perfect for backroads exploration. They provide a great way to experience the natural beauty of the Upper Peninsula.

Silver-Lead Creek Greenway

This landscaped walking trail offers a safe, non-motorized path to nearby businesses and services, encouraging everyone to get outside and explore. It’s a unique community resource right out your back door, serving as both a kid-friendly commute route and an outdoor learning corridor.