The Hofma Preserve North Loop at Hofma Preserve in Grand Haven, Michigan is an easy 0.5-mile loop trail that features a peaceful walk through the woods.
This loop trail encompasses the northern section of Hofma Preserve which runs through the forest just south of a tributary that feeds the Pottawattomie Bayou. While this trail does not run very close to Pottawattomie Bayou or the creek that runs into the bayou, the Hofma Preserve land does run almost all the way to the water.
The trailhead can be found on both the north and east side of the parking lot - giving hikers the option to choose which way they want to hike this trail. The GPS track provided is a clockwise recording starting at the northern trailhead and ending at the eastern trailhead at the parking lot.
Pets
Dogs are allowed if leashed and their waste must be carried out by the hiker.
Parking
Hikers can find parking at the coordinates provided. The parking lot is small and only holds about a half-dozen vehicles. The parking area also has restrooms, picnic tables, and a playground.
This loop trail encompasses the northern section of Hofma Preserve which runs through the forest just south of a tributary that feeds the Pottawattomie Bayou. While this trail does not run very close to Pottawattomie Bayou or the creek that runs into the bayou, the Hofma Preserve land does run almost all the way to the water.
The trailhead can be found on both the north and east side of the parking lot - giving hikers the option to choose which way they want to hike this trail. The GPS track provided is a clockwise recording starting at the northern trailhead and ending at the eastern trailhead at the parking lot.
Pets
Dogs are allowed if leashed and their waste must be carried out by the hiker.
Parking
Hikers can find parking at the coordinates provided. The parking lot is small and only holds about a half-dozen vehicles. The parking area also has restrooms, picnic tables, and a playground.
