Climbing Sugarloaf Mountain – August 12, 2012
Just 5 miles north of downtown Marquette on CR 550 you come to a sign for Sugarloaf Mountain. From the parking lot it is a short 15 to 20 minute hike to a spectacular 360 degree view which includes the Lake Superior coast stretching out to the north and south and several rocky islands.
From the parking lot there are 2 routes to choose from. We took the easy route to the right which loops around the side of the Sugarloaf Mountain on the way to the top. The more difficult route looked a little too steep and rocky for the kids.
Reesey happy to be at the top. As you can see we let them choose their own clothes when we are camping.
The easy route is just over a 1/2 mile long with several sections of wooden stairs. The kids counted 305 steps on the way to the top.
The rocky summit of Sugarloaf Mountain is about 470 feet above Lake Superior.
Resting on the warm rocks and enjoying the panoramic view of the rugged Lake Superior shoreline.
Looking north along the shoreline to Little Presque Isle. This is the same section that we hiked earlier in the day.
We found this and many of other favorite short hikes in: Best Hikes with Children in Michigan
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If you are going to be outside hiking with children under 3 years old a good backpack carrier is a must. We started with a cheap off brand carrier, but quickly realized we needed to upgrade to the Kelty. The adjustable hip belt on the Kelty was the only one we found that was long enough for taller people. The integrated sun shade and side screen also helps keep the bugs off your little hiker.
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