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Michigan
220Miles
14–22 daysTypical thru-hike
Some experienceExperience
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, OctBest Season
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Michigan’s Shore-to-Shore Trail runs across the Northern Lower Peninsula from Lake Michigan near Empire to Oscoda on Lake Huron. It is primarily an equestrian trail but open to hikers, passing through several state forests with the Upper Peninsula’s characteristic hardwood and pine mix.
Trail Characteristics
- Distance: 220 miles
- Route type: Linear
- Terrain: Forest
- Navigation: Standard trail
- Resupply: Moderate
Resources
- Michigan DNR – Shore to Shore Trail (official trail organization)
- Wikipedia: Michigan Shore-to-Shore Trail
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