Hartwick Pines Au Sable River Trail
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Michigan · crawford County

Hartwick Pines Au Sable River Trail

Moderate trail connecting pine forest interior to river corridor views.

Rating
Length
4.1 mi
Difficulty
3
County
crawford

About This Trail

A 4.1-mile moderate trail connecting the old-growth pine forest interior of Hartwick Pines State Park to the banks of the Au Sable River, one of Michigan’s most celebrated trout streams. The route crosses the river twice and passes through a mix of virgin timber and recovering forest. Rolling terrain with scenic river corridor views throughout.

Location

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Coordinates: 44.7368, -84.6875

Getting There

From Grayling, take I-75 north to the M-93 exit and head north. Follow signs to Hartwick Pines State Park. The Au Sable River Trail begins near the visitor center and runs 3 miles along the river's East Branch.

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