North Country National Scenic Trail (MI)
Mackinaw State Forest - Gaylord Unit, Emmet County, MI
Point-to-point trail in Mackinaw State Forest - Gaylord Unit, Emmet County, MI. Hiking.
- Distance
- 1,165 mi (1,874.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 19,347 ft (5,897 m)
- Est. Time
- 384 hr 50 min
- High point
- 1,850 ft (564 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Bald Mountain 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from start
- Peak: Point Mountain 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from start
- Waterfall: Great Conglomerate Falls 33.3 mi (53.6 km) from start
- Waterfall: Potawatomi Falls 33.8 mi (54.4 km) from start
- Toilets: Vault Toilet 36.6 mi (58.9 km) from start
- Waterfall: Nawadaha Falls 47.5 mi (76.4 km) from start
- Waterfall: Manabezho Falls 48.1 mi (77.4 km) from start
- Waterfall: Shining Cloud Falls 56.6 mi (91 km) from start
- Peak: LaFayette Peak 59.8 mi (96.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Lake of the Clouds Scenic Overlook 63.4 mi (102.1 km) from start
- Peak: Cloud Peak 65.3 mi (105.2 km) from start
- Peak: Cuyahoga Peak 66.2 mi (106.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Victoria Mine "New" Shaft No. 2 Hoist House 113.7 mi (182.9 km) from start
- Shelter: Old Victoria Shelter 114.3 mi (183.9 km) from start
- Waterfall: O Kun de Kun Falls 123.8 mi (199.2 km) from start
- Beach: Hidden Beach 258.4 mi (415.9 km) from start
- Beach: Picnic Rocks Beach 269.7 mi (434.1 km) from start
- Attraction: Lower Harbor Ore Dock 271 mi (436.1 km) from start
- Visitor center: Michigan Department of Transportation Marquette Welcome Center 274.3 mi (441.4 km) from start
- Trailhead 274.8 mi (442.2 km) from start
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Questions about North Country National Scenic Trail (MI)
How long is North Country National Scenic Trail (MI)?
North Country National Scenic Trail (MI) is 1,165 mi (1,874.9 km) long. Most people take about 384 hr 50 min. It climbs 19,347 ft (5,897 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,850 ft (564 m).
How hard is North Country National Scenic Trail (MI)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for North Country National Scenic Trail (MI)?
9 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on North Country National Scenic Trail (MI)?
Drinking water on the way at 331.6 mi (533.7 km), 336.5 mi (541.6 km), 360.6 mi (580.4 km), 365.1 mi (587.5 km). Toilets: 36.6 mi (58.9 km), 271.3 mi (436.6 km), 274.3 mi (441.4 km). 1 springs (treat before drinking).
Is North Country National Scenic Trail (MI) shaded?
Mostly shaded (82% under trees).
What can you do on North Country National Scenic Trail (MI)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near North Country National Scenic Trail (MI)?
6 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for North Country National Scenic Trail (MI)?
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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