more stats
1.9 miles
Distance
177 ft
Climb
-13 ft
Descent
00:32:25
Avg time
163 ft
Altitude change
606 ft
Altitude min
769 ft
Altitude max
606 ft
Altitude start
768 ft
Altitude end
1.7%
Grade
-6.1%
Grade max
9%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
453 ft
Distance down
1,214 ft
Distance flat
00:32:25
Avg time

Keystone Access Road Details

  • Activities
    • ATV/ORV/OHV
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Copper Harbor Trail System
    Copper Harbor, Michigan
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    15 in Mountain Biking heatmap [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 5 in Gravel Biking
  • Trail Type
    Dirt/Gravel Road
  • Bike Type
    XC, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions[+]
    Popular Direction Shown
    • Both Directions for E-Biking
    • Both Directions for Trail Running
    • Both Directions for Hiking
    • Both Directions for ATVing/Offroading
    • Both Directions for Gravel Biking
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
  • Land Owner
    State, Private, Township, Conservancy
  • License
    Not Required
  • Entrance Gate
    No

This is the legal DNR route to Keystone Bay for vehicles. All other road routes to Keystone Bay are private or unsanctioned.

Access Info

The dirt road spurs off of Mandan Road

Disclaimer

The road is very rough and has a substantial beaver pond in the middle that is often several feet deep.

Tags

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Keystone Access Road located?
      Keystone Access Road is located in Copper Harbor Trail System, Copper Harbor, Michigan, United States. It is part of the Copper Harbor Trail System trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 47.40516, -87.75039.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Keystone Access Road?
      Keystone Access Road has 177 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 13 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 606 ft to 769 ft.
      ▼ Is Keystone Access Road a point to point trail?
      Keystone Access Road is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
      ▼ How long is Keystone Access Road?
      Keystone Access Road is 1.9 miles long. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Keystone Access Road?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Keystone Access Road. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Keystone Access Road?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Keystone Access Road are:
      • July (12 activities)
      • August (12 activities)
      • September (4 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Keystone Access Road? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Keystone Access Road are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Keystone Access Road?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 32 minutes to ride Keystone Access Road. The trail is 1.9 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Keystone Access Road?
      Keystone Access Road is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 173 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 175 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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