Pierce Drive Scenic Drive Ski Trail
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Leelanau County, MI
Out-and-back trail in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Leelanau County, MI. Cross-country skiing.
- Distance
- 7.4 mi (11.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 915 ft (279 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 10 min
- High point
- 1,037 ft (316 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Shauger Hill 4.4 mi (7 km) from start
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Questions about Pierce Drive Scenic Drive Ski Trail
How long is Pierce Drive Scenic Drive Ski Trail?
Pierce Drive Scenic Drive Ski Trail is 7.4 mi (11.9 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 10 min. It climbs 915 ft (279 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,037 ft (316 m).
How hard is Pierce Drive Scenic Drive Ski Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Pierce Drive Scenic Drive Ski Trail?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Stop 1: Covered Bridge (Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive). 11 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Pierce Drive Scenic Drive Ski Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 3.6 mi (5.7 km).
Is Pierce Drive Scenic Drive Ski Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (94% under trees).
What can you do on Pierce Drive Scenic Drive Ski Trail?
Best for Cross-country skiing.
Is this a good week for Pierce Drive Scenic Drive Ski 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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