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Join the Grand Traverse Hiking Club Chapter of the North Country Trail Association for a 4.5 mile loop hike around the beautiful and ecologically important Cedar Run Creek Natural Area, a 316-acre property located west of Traverse City and northwest of Long Lake.

We’ll aim to cover the entire trail system, hiking through cedar-hemlock forest along the creek, rolling fields, a large stretch of northern hardwood forest and a pine plantation! The trail is mostly smooth and dry with a few lightly muddy spots and gentle hills.

Plan on hiking 4.5 miles at about 2.5 mph pace. There is a shorter loop of 2 miles for those who wish a slower pace, if we can find a volunteer to lead this option.

Bring good hiking shoes, rain gear if weather threatens, water and a snack (if desired). Ticks and poison ivy shouldn’t present any problem if we stay on the trail. A port-a-jon is available at the trailhead. Check back with the NCTA Events Calendar for potential cancellation.

Leader: Sally Dykhuis

Directions from Traverse City: Drive west on W. Front Street and turn right onto Cedar Run Road. Drive 7.3 miles, turn left onto Cedar Lake Road, drive .8 miles to parking lot near the sharp bend.
Address: 4301 Cedar Lake Rd, Traverse City, MI 49685
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GPS coordinates: 44.750276, -85.796530