Events

See the Niagara Escarpment with the Hiawatha Shore-to-Shore Chapter! (Click here for an introduction to the Niagara Escarpment.)

We will meet at the new Trout Brook Pond Trail Head north of H-40 about 10 miles east of Trout Lake and 10 miles west of Rudyard. See our interactive map here. We will carpool to our start near mile 511 as shown on the map.

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GPS coordinates for the meeting location: 46.188694, -84.784659 Lat./Long.

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From Trout Lake or Rudyard, follow H-40 to the Trout Brook Pond Trail Head drive, marked by a Hiawatha National Forest location sign about 10 miles from either town. This location is 1.3 miles east of East Lake Road.

The length of the hike will be about 5 miles. Conditions that day could dictate adjusting the length of the hike. We can discuss options at the meeting location.

Be prepared for the conditions. Snowshoes or XC skis may be needed. Bring water, a camera, and the 10 essentials, and a snack for the trail.

Cell phone service may not be the best (non-existent) in the area of the hike. If you have questions before the day of the hike, text Tom at 906-322-2617.

After the hike we will gather for a potluck meal.

We will need to record your name and contact information before the hike.

Questions? Comments? Text Tom Walker at 906-322-2617.