Easy Hiking Trails

BACK 9 TRAILS

The Back 9 Trails loop around what would have been the second half of the KML golf course, had it been built many decades ago. Today the forest has regrown with a patchwork forest, although you can still find towering white pines along what would have been the lengthy fairways.  Three loops twist and turn through this area: Chipmunk Run, Moose on the Loose, and Little Loon.  All are wide corridors with plenty of space for both mountain bikers and hikers to pass each other with ease.  The terrain is gently rolling and any steep sections were graded out to make it easier for people of all ages and abilities.

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FORT WILKINS GARDENS

Not to be confused with the State Park! Located just behind our main trailhead in 'downtown' Copper Harbor, the Fort Wilkins Garden trails are flat, hiking-only trails that wind around scenic ponds and meadows. Enjoy big views of Brockway Mountain above town while hiking beneath shady apple trees that are loaded with fruit every fall.  Expect to see community members out in the shared garden space, plenty of birds and other wildlife, and the occasional horse.  There are about a mile of trails here to explore.  The southern end of this mini-network connects to Stairway to Heaven.  Be aware that this area is privately owned.

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Hunters Point Park

Hunters Point Park is a beautiful spot just outside of town off Harbor Coast Lane. You can drive park or take the Hunters Point Bike Path. The Park features multiple hiking-only trails through the trees and beside the lake, providing access to exquisite views of the town and Porters Island. Along the way, you will have access to Lake Superior and the Harbor on either side, and the rock beaches make for great spots to get in the water. Mind you, these trails are mostly on loose beach rock and tend to be a little more rough and rugged.

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Orchard Trail

Orchard Trail circumnavigates the Trails End Campground. It forms an easy loop for campground users and the public to stretch their legs. It is open to walking and biking and even features some small optional obstacles along the way. The trail runs beside a small pond on both the north and south sides while winding its way through an orchard, campsites, and gardens. Along the way, you may see workers from the Lake Effect Farm working as food from around the gardens is stationed in the booth outside of the Gas Lite General Store.