1.9 mi
Distance
210 ft
Elev. Gain
44m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Big M - Sky Pilot is a point-to-point trail in Manistee National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Manistee County, Michigan. It is 1.9 miles long and gains 210 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes. The nearest town is Free Soil, Michigan, about 7 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 221 ft |
| High point | 1.3 mi | 287 ft |
| End | 1.9 mi | 252 ft |
Trail Details
Bike access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Free Soil, MI · about 7 mi away
- County:
- Manistee County, MI
- Jurisdiction:
- Manistee National Forest · United States Forest Service
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