Houghton-Chassell Rail Trail

Houghton County, MI

Out-and-back trail in Houghton County, MI. Road & touring bike, Hiking, Horseback riding, Snowshoeing, & Cross-country skiing.

Distance
12.4 mi (20 km)
Elevation Gain
56 ft (17 m)
Est. Time
1 hr 10 min
High point
630 ft (192 m)
Difficulty
Easy
Route type
Out & back

Features

Along the way

From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.

Questions about Houghton-Chassell Rail Trail

How long is Houghton-Chassell Rail Trail?

Houghton-Chassell Rail Trail is 12.4 mi (20 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 10 min. It climbs 56 ft (17 m) in total, up to a high point of 630 ft (192 m).

How hard is Houghton-Chassell Rail Trail?

GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.

Where do you park for Houghton-Chassell Rail Trail?

Parking at the start, Free. 7 more lots along the route.

Are there water and toilets on Houghton-Chassell Rail Trail?

No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.

Is Houghton-Chassell Rail Trail shaded?

Mostly shaded (74% under trees).

What can you do on Houghton-Chassell Rail Trail?

Best for Road & touring bike. Also: Hiking, Horseback riding, Snowshoeing, Cross-country skiing.

Where can you eat near Houghton-Chassell Rail Trail?

Quincy's Restaurant & Lounge, 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Krist Food Mart, 0.8 mi (1.2 km).

Is this a good week for Houghton-Chassell Rail 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.

Trails near Houghton-Chassell Rail Trail

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