Chapel Mosquito Area

Chapel Mosquito Area

Mosquito Falls

Located about 15 miles east of Munising off Alger County Road H-58, then about 5 miles north to the parking area at end of Chapel Road. Chapel/Mosquito area map (pdf)

Walking toward Mosquito Beach, a side trail leads .9 miles to the falls, which drops over an 8 foot high rock shelf on the Mosquito River. Watch for river otter and beaver in the stream. This is a lovely springtime trail through the forest carpeted with wildflowers.

Pets are prohibited on all trails in the Mosquito area.

Chapel Falls

Located about 15 miles east of Munising off Alger County Road H-58, then about 5 miles north to the end of Chapel Road. Chapel/Mosquito area map (pdf)

After a brisk 1.5 mile walk past abundant stands of jewel weed, hikers can view the 60 foot high Chapel Falls as it cascades toward Chapel Lake.

The trail is on an old roadbed with several small hills. Two viewing platforms along the way provide views of the scenic Chapel Basin. The trail continues to Chapel Rock and Lake Superior.

Pets are prohibited on all trails in the Chapel area.

Map of Chapel Mosquito Area

Information courtesy of National Park Service.

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