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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. #Hiking #Loop #Waterfall #Lake #Rock #Forest #Nature

  • Distance: 15.6 Km
  • Elevation gain: 425 m
  • Maximum elevation: 256 m
  • Elevation loss: 426 m
  • Minimum elevation: 181 m
  • Moving time: 3 h 45 m
  • Moving speed: 4.2 Km/h
  • Maximum speed: 7.8 Km/h
  • Total time: 4 h 37 s
  • Global speed: 3.9 Km/h

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  • Distance: 15.6 Km
  • Elevation gain: 425 m
  • Maximum elevation: 256 m
  • Elevation loss: 426 m
  • Minimum elevation: 181 m
  • Moving time: 3 h 45 m
  • Moving speed: 4.2 Km/h
  • Maximum speed: 7.8 Km/h
  • Total time: 4 h 37 s
  • Global speed: 3.9 Km/h

About this trail

Name: Chapel Rock Trail, North Country Trail and Mosquito River Trail Loop in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

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

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Chapel Loop hiking

United States > Michigan > Alger County

Distance: 16.5 Km • Elevation gain: 448 m • Maximum elevation: 256 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

📍Handheld GPS - GPS devices for hiking and navigation
🪢550 Survival Paracord - Versatile cordage for gear repair and emergency lashing
🎒40L Day Hiking Backpacks - Comfortable packs with hydration support for long days exploring topographic peaks
🩹First Aid Kits - Emergency kits for hiking
🛰️Handheld GPS Units - Rugged GPS devices for tracking coordinates and elevation in the Australian bush

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