Shale Beach Shortcut

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On the south-eastern side of the island, wet weather and seasonal flooding inundate the Shale Beach Shortcut with water. Time and traffic, combined with the regular flooding, have created "Tank Traps," holes large enough to swallow a vehicle. These flooded holes can make it a long day . Get your ...Read More
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Highlights of Shale Beach Shortcut

Beginner Category IconBeginner
Forest Category IconForest
Mud Category IconMud
Water Category IconWater
Highest Elevation
693 ft
Shape of Trail
Loop
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
Shale Beach Shortcut
Nearest Town
Drummond Island
Nearest Services
Drummond Island
Management Agency
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
District
Drummond Island Management Area

Overview

On the south-eastern side of the island, wet weather and seasonal flooding inundate the Shale Beach Shortcut with water. Time and traffic, combined with the regular flooding, have created "Tank Traps," holes large enough to swallow a vehicle. These flooded holes can make it a long day . Get your winch ready and head out here to see if you can get through without using it.

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11 Trail Photos
2 Trail Concerns
1 Community Reviews
1 Video
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