Brighton Recreation Area Bishop Lake Hiking Trails

Brighton State Recreation Area, Michigan, United States

7.3 miles (11.8 km) · 710 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

The Brighton Recreation Area Bishop Lake Hiking Trails route traverses 7.3 miles through Brighton State Recreation Area, Michigan, United States. Elevation gain totals 710 feet, with 700 feet of descent. The most significant ascent covers 0.8 miles and gains 57 feet. Vertical rate measures 101 feet of gain per mile. About 83% of the distance is runnable terrain. Terrain is predominantly trail. Technical difficulty: very hilly. This route ranks at the 46.8th percentile for difficulty among similar distances. The route draws trail runners and hikers interested in technical terrain in Michigan.

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