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902 ft
Distance
-32 ft
Descent
00:00:42
Avg time
-33 ft
Altitude change
891 ft
Altitude min
924 ft
Altitude max
924 ft
Altitude start
892 ft
Altitude end
-3.7%
Grade
-12.1%
Grade max
0.4%
Grade min
735 ft
Distance down
167 ft
Distance flat
00:00:42
Avg time
Pine Loop Connector Details
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Activities
- Nordic Ski
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
- Winter Fat Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
- Snowshoe
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Riding AreaMaasto Hiihto - Churning Rapids
Hancock, Michigan -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity70 in Nordic Skiing [+]
- 90 in Mountain Biking
- 90 in E-Biking
- 90 in Trail Running
- 100 in Hiking
- 100 in Snowshoeing
- 5 in Winter Fat Biking
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Global Ranking#66 in Nordic Skiing [+]
- #26931 in Mountain Biking
- #105217 in E-Biking
- #89346 in Trail Running
- #82556 in Hiking
- #825 in Snowshoeing
- #43705 in Winter Fat Biking
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State Ranking#31 in Nordic Skiing · Michigan [+]
- #309 in Mountain Biking
- #497 in E-Biking
- #1,011 in Trail Running
- #1,184 in Hiking
- #33 in Snowshoeing
- #568 in Winter Fat Biking
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeGravel Path
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Snow GroomingClassic
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Bike TypeXC, Fat
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DirectionBoth Directions[+]
- Both Directions for Mountain Biking
- Both Directions for E-Biking
- Both Directions for Trail Running
- Both Directions for Hiking
- Both Directions for Snowshoeing
- Both Directions for Winter Fat Biking
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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LightingNo
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Land OwnerPrivate
Short trail connecting the Pine Loop directly to the upper end of Creekside
Skiers, be sure to use caution when crossing the narrow bridge over Swedetown Creek
Disclaimer
Hiking is not permitted on this trail during ski season. Walking on a groomed trail without skis or snowshoes damages the snow surface and creates hazards for other users
Trail Supporters
Hancock Trails ClubMaintainer
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
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- 10 rides
- Last: Sep 30, 2026
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- Prevalent Mud
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