Hiking Michigan (book)
DESCRIPTION Hiking Michigan is your complete guide to 103 of the best day hikes in the state. No matter which region you wish to explore or how easy or hard of a trek you want, this handy book will lead you to the right trail and ensure that you don't miss anything on your journey. Featuring trails in the upper peninsula and northern and southern sections of the lower peninsula, the book offers you a guided tour of trails in such scenic areas as Mackinac Island State Park, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, and Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness. Hiking Michigan includes the following special features: A<>A* Detailed descriptions of 103 trails, including length of trail, estimated time to hike it, and a difficulty rating A<>A* 151 easy-to-read park and trail maps A<>A* A trail map for each featured trail with points of interest labeled and distance from the trailhead given A<>A* Practical information on how to get to parks, park hours, available facilities, permits and rules, and a contact address and phone number A<>A* A convenient trail finder grid, which provides a summary of each trail's features and location in the book A<>A* A section on nearby points of interest, with contact phone numbers Written by hiking veterans Roger Storm and Susan Wedzel, the book also provides detailed descriptions of the history, topography, and plant and animal life of each hiking area. Plus, you'll find helpful information on nearby recreational and sightseeing destinations. Whether you live in Michigan or are just visiting, there's no better way to discover the natural beauty of the state than with Hiking Michigan. AUDIENCE A trail guide for outdoor enthusiasts and hikers. CONTENTS How to Use This Book Trail Finder Upper Peninsula 1. Mackinac Island State Park 2. Tahquamenon Falls State Park 3. Seney National Wildlife Refuge 4. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore 5. Grand Island National Recreation Area 6. Fayette Historic State Park 7. Little Presque Isle Tract 8. Fumee Lake Natural Area 9. Estivant Pines Nature Sanctuary 10. Van Riper State Park 11. McCormick Wilderness 12. Craig Lake State Park 13. Sylvania Wilderness 14. Ottawa National Forest 15. Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park 16. Black River Harbor National Forest Recreation Area Northern Lower Peninsula 17. Negwegon State Park 18. Hoist Lakes Foot Travel Area 19. Ocqueoc Falls Bicentennial Pathway 20. Sinkhole A