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Hike to Big Glen Lookout

Empire, Michigan

5.0/5
based on 1 reviews

Details

Distance

4.4 miles

Route Type

Out-and-Back

Description

Added by Alex Harrison

This scenic hike takes you through beautiful pines and overlooks Big Glen Lake and Lake Michigan. 

Start at the Alligator Hill trail head and make your way up the hill for roughly .1 of a mile until you hit a marker. Turn left at the sign and keep on the trail for another 1.3 miles. You will hit a scenic lookout called Islands Lookout which you can stop and get pictures at. From there you will keep going up the hill for another 1/2 mile and you will reach Glen Lake Lookout.  

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Features

Chillin
Photography
Hiking
Bathrooms
Dog Friendly
Easy Parking
Family Friendly
Forest
Lake
Scenic

Reviews

Came here with multiple family members and it was doable for the whole group. Not much complaining to be had with the view at the top.

Leave No Trace

Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!

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