Otter Creek Loop (Platte Plains)
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Benzie County, MI
Loop trail in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Benzie County, MI. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 4.5 mi (7.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 23 ft (7 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 30 min
- High point
- 610 ft (186 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Trailhead 1.8 mi (3 km) from start
- Trailhead: Otter Creek Loop 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Otter Creek Loop (Platte Plains)
How long is Otter Creek Loop (Platte Plains)?
Otter Creek Loop (Platte Plains) is 4.5 mi (7.3 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 30 min. It climbs 23 ft (7 m) in total, up to a high point of 610 ft (186 m).
How hard is Otter Creek Loop (Platte Plains)?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Otter Creek Loop (Platte Plains)?
2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Otter Creek Loop (Platte Plains)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Otter Creek Loop (Platte Plains) shaded?
Mostly shaded (96% under trees).
What can you do on Otter Creek Loop (Platte Plains)?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking.
Is this a good week for Otter Creek Loop (Platte Plains)?
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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