
7.3 mi
Distance
427 ft
Elev. Gain
Out & Back
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Sterling Marsh via North Country Scenic Trail is an out-and-back trail in Manistee National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Lake County, Michigan. It is 7.3 miles long. The nearest town is Baldwin, Michigan, about 3 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 254 ft |
| High point | 3.5 mi | 266 ft |
| End | 7.3 mi | 254 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Out & Back
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Baldwin, MI · about 3 mi away
- County:
- Lake County, MI
- Jurisdiction:
- Manistee National Forest · United States Forest Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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Campgrounds near this trail

Pere Marquette Oaks RV Condominium Park
1.1 mi awayManistee National Forest
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