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Penosha Loop Trail in Brighton State Recreation Area

The Penosha Loop Trail offers a peaceful and immersive hike through a mix of hardwood forests, scenic meadows, and ridges with glimpses of nearby lakes such as Bishop Lake. This five-mile loop is moderately challenging, with gentle slopes that provide both a good workout and moments for taking in the beauty of the natural surroundings. Wildlife sightings are common, and the trail is especially beautiful in fall when the foliage transforms, creating a rich tapestry of colors along the wooded path. #Hiking #Loop #Lake #Forest #Nature

  • Distance: 7.9 Km
  • Elevation gain: 92 m
  • Maximum elevation: 317 m
  • Elevation loss: 92 m
  • Minimum elevation: 269 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 57 m
  • Moving speed: 4.0 Km/h
  • Maximum speed: 6.3 Km/h
  • Total time: 2 h 10 m
  • Global speed: 3.6 Km/h

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About this trail

Name: Penosha Loop Trail in Brighton State Recreation Area trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: MTB Trails, Parishfield, Hamburg Township, Livingston County, Michigan, 48143, United States (42.50083 -83.83483)

End: Bishop Lake Road, Parishfield, Hamburg Township, Livingston County, Michigan, 48116, United States (42.50084 -83.83500)

Coordinates: 42.48402 -83.83680 42.50093 -83.81242