Government Peak Trail
Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, Ontonagon County, MI
Out-and-back trail in Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, Ontonagon County, MI. Hiking.
- Distance
- 12.9 mi (20.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,371 ft (418 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 50 min
- High point
- 1,844 ft (562 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall: Trap Falls 4 mi (6.4 km) from start
- Peak: Government Peak 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Government Peak Trail
How long is Government Peak Trail?
Government Peak Trail is 12.9 mi (20.7 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 50 min. It climbs 1,371 ft (418 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,844 ft (562 m).
How hard is Government Peak Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Government Peak Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Government Peak Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Government Peak Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Government Peak Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Government Peak Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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