Near Chapel Rock Trail
Tall trees on the trail towards Chapel Rock in the summer.
Near Chapel Rock Trail
Chapel Rock is equally if not more beautiful in the winter.
Near Chapel Rock Trail
A partially frozen Chapel Creek creates a beautiful wintertime scene near the lakeshore.
Near Chapel Rock Trail
A fast flowing portion of the creek near Chapel Falls.
Near Chapel Rock Trail
River flowing into Lake Superior (located behind photographer) on the coastline section of the trail near the Chapel Rock feature.

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Chapel Rock Trail

3.5 (4 Ratings)
An easy wooded trail leading to Chapel Rock with an intermission at Chapel Falls.
3.2
mi
Distance
116
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.19mi
Distance
116ft
Elevation Gain
212ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
821ft
High Point
650ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This easy trail is a nice 3-mile, mostly doubletrack trail through the wooded areas along Chapel Lake. From the east side of Chapel Lake, you'll pass Chapel Falls on your way to Chapel Beach. At Chapel Beach, view Chapel Rock, a picturesque formation of the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The trail can be used as part of the Chapel Basin loop to view Lake Superior and the rock formations of Pictured Rocks. Most of the trail was wet or muddy, suffering from trail widening due to heavy use and mud avoidance. Please respect the park and the ecosystem by not widening the sides of the route to avoid mud.

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