Chapel Rock Trail, North Country Trail and Mosquito River Trail Loop in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
This loop is a must for nature lovers seeking expansive views of Lake Superior, dramatic cliffs, and unique rock formations. Starting through lush forests, the trail reveals Chapel Falls and the iconic Chapel Rock, a sandstone formation crowned with a lone tree—a marvel of natural resilience. Grand Portal Point offers breathtaking vistas along the lake, while Miner's Castle Overlook provides a final rewarding view over the colorful sandstone cliffs, making this trail one of the most scenic in the Upper Peninsula. #Hike #Loop #Waterfall #Lake #Rock #Forest #Nature
- Distance: 9.7 mi
- Elevation gain: 1,394 ft
- Maximum elevation: 840 ft
- Elevation loss: 1,398 ft
- Minimum elevation: 594 ft
- Moving time: 3 h 45 m
- Moving speed: 2.6 mph
- Maximum speed: 4.9 mph
- Total time: 4 h 37 s
- Global speed: 2.4 mph
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About this GPS track
Name: Chapel Rock Trail, North Country Trail and Mosquito River Trail Loop in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore GPS track, route, trail
Start: Chapel Road, Munising Township, Alger County, Michigan, United States (46.51967 -86.46169)
End: Chapel Road, Munising Township, Alger County, Michigan, United States (46.51958 -86.46214)
Coordinates: 46.51958 -86.49239 46.55323 -86.43591
Topography: Alger County topographic map, elevation, terrain