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South Beach Walk (North Country Trail)

The South Beach Walk along the North Country Trail / Iron Ore Heritage Trail in Marquette, Michigan is an easy 0.9-mile out-and-back paved scenic walk that runs along the shores of Lake Superior and features views of the lake.

Trails
This walk follows one path with two names: North Country Trail (NST) / North Country Scenic Trail; Iron Ore Heritage Trail.

This is not a hike, but rather a short walk along a paved section of the North Country Trail (NST). During sunset, this is a great place to watch the colors change over the lake.

Parking
Walkers will find parking at the coordinates provided for South Beach in Marquette. The lot is large enough to fit several dozen vehicles.

Pets
Dogs are allowed if leashed and their waste must be carried out.

Biking
Note that biking is permitted. If not biking, stay to the side of the trail at all times, assuming bikers may pass on your left.
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Know Before You Go

  • The South Beach Walk is a short, paved, 0.9-mile out-and-back section of the North Country Trail/Iron Ore Heritage Trail in Marquette, MI, offering scenic views of Lake Superior.
  • It's an easy walk suitable for various activities including dog walking (on leash with waste disposal) and biking, and has ample parking available at the South Beach lot.
  • The trail is a great spot to watch the sunset over the lake, and pedestrians should be mindful of bikers sharing the path.
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Distance
0.8 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
24 min
Elev. Gain
7'
Rating
0.0
Added
September 25, 2022
Updated
September 30, 2022

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Total Change
7'
Ascent
7'
Descent
7'
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
Dogs
Biking

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    46.528719, -87.391931
  2. Main Trailhead

    46.528458, -87.392313

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Dirt

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0.8 miles / 1.3 km
September 20, 2022
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