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A forested trail that connects from Minong Ridge Trail to Greenstone Ridge Trail with access to Hatchet Lake.


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2.6

Miles

4.2

KM

Point to Point

1,043' 318 m

High

690' 210 m

Low

465' 142 m

Up

111' 34 m

Down

4%

Avg Grade (2°)

26%

Max Grade (15°)

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Features Commonly Backpacked · Fall Colors · Lake

Isle Royale is closed from November 1 through April 15.

Description

The Hatchet Lake Trail is a connector between Minong Ridge Trail and Greenstone Ridge Trail, offering access to Hatchet Lake and the Hatchet Lake Campground. This connector trail is a good option for hikers looking to make a shorter loop utilizing these two longer trails.

The majority of the trail is gently rolling, heading through dense trees and underbrush that are intensely green in the summer. Near the end of the trail (if hiking north to south) hikers can connect with the Hatchet Lake Spur to access the lake and campground. After this junction, the trail ascends steeply to climb the ridge and connect with the Greenstone Ridge Trail.

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Kristen Arendt

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Filtering water at Hatchet Lake
May 21, 2015 near Isle Ro…, MI
The "green tunnel"
Apr 22, 2015 near Isle Ro…, MI

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Traci Short
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