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2025 Hike 'Tween da Falls

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Celebrate Michigan Trails Week and also North Country National Scenic Trail Day by hiking the most popular trail in the park. The River Trail (NCT) parallels the Tahquamenon River between the Upper and Lower Falls. Total hiking distance, up to 5 miles or more. This trail is considered challenging due to exposed roots, hills and potential mud.

Meet at the Lower Falls parking lot and we will finalize the hiking plans. Carpooling will be necessary to hike from the Upper Falls to the Lower Falls.

Lat/Long: 46°36'16.4"N 85°12'03.2"W (46.604551, -85.200873). Copy and paste into Google maps.

NCTA Interactive Map Pin: https://arcg.is/1a1Cb80

Google Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jepX7VCWYVChteNj6

What3Words App: https://what3words.com/rail.brokering.majoring

Bring: Water to take on the trail, sunscreen, insect repellant, proper footwear and clothing for the conditions, your camera, a whistle, a compass, a snack or lunch to have on the trail, and a small pack to carry it all.

Bring a friend or we will find one for you!

Review the 10 essentials for day hikes: https://sectionhiker.com/day-hikers-ten-essentials-guide/...

After the hike we will refuel and refresh at a local eatery.

A Michigan State Park Passport is required to enter the park and can be obtained at the entrance. These are also available when renewing a Michigan License Plate.

Camping can be had at Tahquamenon Falls State Park or at any of the surrounding campgrounds. Other lodging is also available at http://www.paradisemichigan.org/ Many of our business supporters provide lodging as well. Show your appreciation by considering their services: http://drive.google.com/.../0B.../view

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

If you have questions before the day of the hike, text Tom at 906-322-2617.
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Hiawatha Shore-to-Shore maintains, promotes, develops and builds the NCT in the Eastern UP. The River Trail between the Falls is part of the North Country National Scenic Trail which runs 4700 miles between Vermont and North Dakota.

Enjoy your hike!



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