Hartwick Pines to CR 612 Pipeline Trail

Total Miles
5.3

Elevation

403.60 ft

Duration

0.5 Hours

Technical Rating

3

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

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Hartwick Pines to CR 612 Pipeline Trail
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Trail Overview

The Hartwick Pines to CR 612 Pipeline 4x4 Trail is a challenging but rewarding off-road experience located in Crawford County, Michigan. The trail is approximately 5 miles long and features a variety of terrain, including sandy washes, small hills, and a large sand pit at the end. You will also pass the Grayling weather station at the beginning of the trail. The trail is perfect for experienced and inexperienced 4x4 drivers alike who are looking for a challenge.

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Hartwick Pines to CR 612 Pipeline Trail
Hartwick Pines to CR 612 Pipeline Trail

Difficulty

The sand pit can become a sand trap if you are not careful. The trail can get pretty rutted out after heavy rain.

Technical Rating

3

Status Reports

Keri Porter
Oct 11, 2024
4x4
Open
the fall colors are beautiful currently. This trail is not super overgrown but will need a maintenance trim soon.
Justin P
Feb 23, 2024
2020 Jeep Gladiator
Open
Frozen ground, frozen puddles. Light snow on the side of the trails.
Juan Villagrana
Dec 02, 2023
SxS
Open
Snow/Ice
Edmund Mohacsi
Oct 28, 2023
1997 Ford F-Series
Open
Muddy/Wet

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