Ice Age Trail — Point Beach coastal
~2 days · 9.6 mi · easy · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Ice Age Trail — Point Beach coastal is known for
This Ice Age Trail segment follows the Lake Michigan shore through Point Beach State Forest near Two Rivers, mixing beach, dunes, and deep pine forest. An easy point-to-point walk of roughly 9-10 miles, with campgrounds available in the state forest.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,906 ft to 2,001 ft over 9.6 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 0.7 mi · 8%
- Downhill 0.7 mi · 7%
- Flat 8.1 mi · 85%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Ice Age Trail — Point Beach coastal take?
Most backpackers hike the Ice Age Trail — Point Beach coastal in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 9.6 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Ice Age Trail — Point Beach coastal?
The Ice Age Trail — Point Beach coastal climbs roughly 20 ft total — about 2 ft per mile, topping out near 610 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.