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Old 09-11-06, 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Mr_H
Anyone know where I can find maps of the trails on the island? I'd like to plan out a couple before we head up
I'm a hard-core map guy - for me, half the fun of a tour is planning the route. That being said, I agree with others here - don't do too much planning for the trails on Mac. Island, for a couple of reasons:

- The island is small, & trails crisscross a lot - most trails are 1/4 - 1/2 mile in length. Get a map at the tourist info booth downtown, start riding, turn off somewhere & see where it goes!

- Depending on your skill level, the map is deceptive - there are a number of trails which, while do-able by beginners, wouldn't be a lot of fun (the trail down to Skull Cave from Fort Holmes is quite steep & real rocky; the trails in the swampy area on the N side of the island). Another - "Tranquil Bluff Trail" in the area of Arch Rock - is simply scarry. I know *my* anniversary would be happier if we chose trails that looked good in real life rather than by the map.

But, if you're gonna insist on doint it the *wrong* way...

http://www.mackinacisland.org/mackin...locatormap.pdf
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