Nordhouse Lake – Lake Michigan shoreline loop from Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness
Nordhouse Lake – Lake Michigan shoreline loop from Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness
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Nordhouse Lake – Lake Michigan shoreline loop from Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness
02:29
9.54km
60m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: March 21, 2026
Tips
Your route passes through protected areas
Please check local regulations for:
Manistee National Forest - Manistee Ranger District
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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838 m
Nordhouse Lake
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
4.25 km
Lake Michigan Overlook at Porter Creek
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
6.09 km
Lake Michigan shoreline
Highlight (Segment) • Beach
Tip by
9.54 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
9.45 km
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
6.40 km
3.04 km
< 100 m
< 100 m
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