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Michigan
Old Grade
3.0 mi
Distance
94 ft
Gain
59 min
Time
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What we do know
Inside Huron-Manistee National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
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Old Grade
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 3.0 mi
- Elevation gain
- 94 ft
- Elevation loss
- 94 ft
- Highest point
- 875 ft
- Lowest point
- 852 ft
Photos
Directions & GPX
Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
Old Grade is a scenic 2.82-mile out-and-back trail in Michigan that follows a historic grade through varied terrain. This moderate woodland walk offers hikers a chance to explore Michigan's natural landscape while treading on routes with historical significance. The trail provides a peaceful escape with opportunities to observe local flora and fauna.
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