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Minong Ridge Trail

Isle Royale National Park, Michigan

Distance
45.1 km
Elev. gain
1,052 m
Start
Windigo
Finish
McCargoe Cove

A simplified drawing of the real route — the distance above is the published figure, not the length of this line.

About this distance

Far shows NPS's published 45.1 km (28.0 mi). The mapped route measures 42.5 km (26.4 mi) — a small mapping variance.

Common questions

How long is the Minong Ridge Trail?
The Minong Ridge Trail is 45.1 km (28 miles).
How much elevation gain does the Minong Ridge Trail have?
The Minong Ridge Trail has about 1,052 m (3,451 ft) of total climbing, measured along Far's route for the trail.
Where does the Minong Ridge Trail start and finish?
The Minong Ridge Trail runs between Windigo and McCargoe Cove.
Why do other sources list a different distance for the Minong Ridge Trail?
Far shows NPS's published 45.1 km (28.0 mi). The mapped route measures 42.5 km (26.4 mi) — a small mapping variance.

Sources

Route geometry from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Trail conditions, permits, and hazards change — verify before you go.