Near White Trail Loop
Photo courtesy of MI Dept. of Natural Resources. © 2018 State of Michigan
Near White Trail Loop
Photo courtesy of MI Dept. of Natural Resources. © 2018 State of Michigan
Near White Trail Loop
Photo courtesy of MI Dept. of Natural Resources. © 2018 State of Michigan

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White Trail Loop

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The quintessential introductory loop at Saugatuck Dunes State Park through woods on sandy trail sections with a view.
1.9
mi
Distance
164
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFamily FriendlyLakeViewsWildlife
Access Issues
Recreation Passport or non-resident: $9/day, $33/annual.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.85mi
Distance
164ft
Elevation Gain
164ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
694ft
High Point
599ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
From the main State Park Drive, find the Contact Station and parking area. Head north on the white-blazed !North Trail, as it starts with an abrupt climb up a hill. This is the toughest part of the hike, which you'll have on the way back, too. Near the top of the climb, continue north on the North Trail: Inner Loop (White), don't worry if you take the North Trail: Outer Loop (White) as they both end up at the View to Lake Trail. After a mile, head west toward the lake on the View to Lake Trail for the rewarding view and an opportunity to break out a picnic or enjoy the water.From the lakeshore, head back the way you came with the option to take the North Trail: Outer Loop (White) to the south (shown here) or retrace your steps. Just know you have the one climb before you arrive back at the trailhead and parking area.Check out the Beach Trail for another great option coming in under two miles from start to finish.

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