Ogemaw Hills Pathway

Ogemaw Hills Pathway is a cross-country ski route in Michigan's Ogemaw Hills, about 4.7 miles from the town of Ogemaw Springs. The trail is an out-and-back of about 1.6 miles, with a total elevation gain of about 25 feet. The climb is short and gentle, with the steepest stretch at about 0.11 miles in, where the grade reaches 7 percent. Winter is the natural season for this route. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show January highs around 27°F with about 11 snow days, while March brings highs near 41°F and fewer snow days. That station sits roughly 457 feet lower than the trail, so temperatures on the path run cooler. For a change of pace, the Rifle River, a river fishing spot, lies about 8 miles away.