North Country Trail
Hiawatha National Forest, Mackinac County, MI
Out-and-back trail in Hiawatha National Forest, Mackinac County, MI. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 2.4 mi (3.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 20 ft (6 m)
- Est. Time
- 15 min
- High point
- 627 ft (191 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Trailhead: Little Bear Fitness Trail 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about North Country Trail
How long is North Country Trail?
North Country Trail is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) long. Most people take about 15 min. It climbs 20 ft (6 m) in total, up to a high point of 627 ft (191 m).
How hard is North Country Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for North Country Trail?
Parking at the start, Fee. Closest lot to the start: Marquette Street Lot. 2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on North Country Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is North Country Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (39% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on North Country Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
Is North Country Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly. It is marked as wheelchair accessible.
What can you do on North Country Trail?
Best for Road & touring bike. Surface: paved.
Where can you eat near North Country Trail?
Molly Moo's, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Adventure Up North, 0.3 mi (0.5 km).
Is this a good week for North Country 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 North Country Trail
- 10 (Michigan) Mackinac County · Expert · 128 mi (205.9 km)
- Little Bear Fitness Trail Little Bear Sports Park · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- Saint Ignace Trout Lake Trail Hiawatha National Forest · Moderate · 25.5 mi (41.1 km)
- Foley Creek Trail Hiawatha National Forest · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Foley Creek A Trail Hiawatha National Forest · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Foley Creek Trail Horseshoe Bay Wilderness · Easy · 2.2 mi (3.5 km)
- Horseshoe Bay Trail Horseshoe Bay Wilderness · Easy · 2.1 mi (3.3 km)
- Lake Huron Water Trail Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary · Hard · 196.5 mi (316.2 km)
More hikes in Hiawatha National Forest
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap