Ryan's Loop

Ryan's Loop is a short, easy loop in Michigan, about 0.7 miles from the town of Packard. The route is 0.85 miles long, with a total elevation gain of 11 feet, and it stays within a narrow range of about 868 to 880 feet. The climb is gentle, with the steepest stretch at 0.75 miles in, where the grade reaches about 3 percent. Late spring and early fall are the most comfortable times to go. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in East Lansing show May highs around 70°F and September highs around 76°F, with July the warmest month at about 83°F. Several other short hikes sit close by, including Red and Orange at about 0.8 miles and Blue at about 0.9 miles. For time on the water, the Middle Grand River Heritage Water Trail is about 7.8 miles away.