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4,029 ft
Distance
135 ft
Climb
-135 ft
Descent
865 ft
High Point
0 ft
Altitude change
729 ft
Altitude min
865 ft
Altitude start
863 ft
Altitude end
-15.9%
Grade max
15.2%
Grade min
2,028 ft
Distance climb
2,001 ft
Distance down

Hairpin Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Nordic Ski
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Michigan Tech Trails
    Houghton, Michigan
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    80 in Nordic Skiing [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #56 in Nordic Skiing [+]
    • #241194 in E-Biking
  • State Ranking
    #26 in Nordic Skiing · Michigan [+]
    • #1,361 in E-Biking
  • Winter only trail
  • Trail Type
    Ski Run (Piste)
  • Snow Grooming
    Classic / Skating
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Michigan Technological University, City of Houghton

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Hairpin Loop is a 4,029 ft blue difficulty ski run (piste) trail located near Houghton Michigan. This nordic ski primary trail can be used one direction. Winter use: Classic / Skating snow grooming.

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      Hairpin Loop - Nordic Skiing - Michigan Tech...
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      4:44 | 191 | Nov 23, 2025 , Houghton

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Hairpin Loop located?
      Hairpin Loop is located in Michigan Tech Trails, Houghton, Michigan, United States. It is part of the Michigan Tech Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 47.10508, -88.54731.
      ▼ How hard is Hairpin Loop?
      Hairpin Loop is rated as Blue difficulty.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Hairpin Loop?
      Hairpin Loop has 135 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 135 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 729 ft to 865 ft.
      ▼ Is Hairpin Loop a point to point trail?
      Yes, Hairpin Loop is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is ski run (piste).
      ▼ How long is Hairpin Loop?
      Hairpin Loop is 4,029 ft long. The trail type is ski run (piste).
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Hairpin Loop?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Hairpin Loop. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Hairpin Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Hairpin Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ski Hairpin Loop?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 7 minutes to ski Hairpin Loop. The trail is 4,029 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Hairpin Loop?
      Hairpin Loop is a very popular trail. There have been 81 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 89 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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