East Bruce Point Road

4/5 (2 reviews)
Drummond Island is home to the largest remaining Alvar in North America and East Bruce Point Road is access to the birds that inhabit this rare ecosystem. The trail runs through the Maxton Plains Alvar where you can see Herons, Sandpipers, Brown Thrashers, Savannah Sparrows, and an occasional grouse...Read More
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Highlights of East Bruce Point Road

Scenic Category IconScenic
Highest Elevation
621 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
East Bruce Point Road
Nearest Town
Drummond Island
Nearest Services
Drummond Island
Management Agency
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
District
Drummond Island Management Area

Overview

Drummond Island is home to the largest remaining Alvar in North America and East Bruce Point Road is access to the birds that inhabit this rare ecosystem. The trail runs through the Maxton Plains Alvar where you can see Herons, Sandpipers, Brown Thrashers, Savannah Sparrows, and an occasional grouse. This easy road is great for those who want to get a taste of the wildlife on Drummond without getting into some of the more remote and harsher areas of the island.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

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5 Waypoints
17 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
2 Community Reviews
1 Video
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