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Bass Lake – Otter Lake loop from Aral

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United States

Michigan

Benzie County

Bass Lake – Otter Lake loop from Aral

Hard

3.4

(3)

runners

Bass Lake – Otter Lake loop from Aral

02:29

20.7km

40m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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Sleeping Bear Dunes Wilderness

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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6.22 km

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - White Pines Backcountry Campground

Highlight • Rest Area

Located in the Platte Plains region of the Lakeshore, White Pine Campground offers an authentic camping experience in the Sleeping Bear Dunes wilderness. Situated amidst forested slopes that run alongside the sand dunes leading to Lake Michigan, this backcountry camp boasts six secluded campsites. With a conveniently short 2-mile hike to reach the campground, White Pine serves as an excellent starting point for new backpackers to begin adventuring into the world of outdoor exploration.

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15.4 km

Deer Lake

Highlight • Lake

Deer Lake is a freshwater lake located at the beginning of the Bass Lake Loop. The lake is surrounded by picturesque forests and offers a serene setting for outdoor activities.

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15.7 km

Bass Lake

Highlight • Lake

Bass Lake is a large freshwater lake just above Deer Lake and the namesake for the Bass Lake Loop. Find serenity and peace here either by taking a quick stop to take in the atmosphere, or even cool off with a quick swim in the lake.

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17.1 km

Otter Lake

Highlight • Lake

Otter Lake is the perfect stop on any hike through the Otter Creek Trail. Enjoy a quick dip into the freshwater lake before continuing onward through the Otter Creek loop!

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20.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.6 km

1.25 km

1.06 km

415 m

319 m

Surfaces

18.2 km

1.25 km

1.16 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 24 May

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