The Rugged and Remote Hiking Trail in Michigan That Is Well-Worth the Effort

Have you ever wanted to spend some time away from the hustle and bustle of your busy life? You know, get back to your roots and spend some time in nature? Maybe you have dreams of spending some silent solo time in the water in a kayak or canoe. Or perhaps you want to spend some time observing our fine feathered friends.

No matter which activity you're looking for in a Michigan hiking trail, as long as you're looking for some quiet alone time, we have discovered a remote hiking trail in Michigan that fits the bill perfectly!

Near Watesmeet, Michigan, Clark Lake Trails is part of the Sylvania Wilderness. Spanning over 18,000 acres, Sylvania Wilderness is part of the National Wilderness Preservation System. This program encompasses over 800 wilderness areas across the country -- over 111 million acres of land and water!

And water this gorgeous deserves to be protected!

The hiking loop at Clark Lake Trail is considered to be moderately challenging. At just over eight miles, it takes about two and a half hours to complete. And the best part about this remote hiking trail in Michigan is that, according to past visitors, you'll often be the only person on the trail.

Can't you just imagine sitting here, all alone, without a care in the world? Instead of waiting for that next thing to interrupt you, you relax and let go of all life's worries. Sounds wonderful, doesn't it

Spending time in nature is so essential for your mental health. It helps you manage stress, improves your mood, and improves your focus and creativity.

Clark Lake Trail in the Sylvania Wilderness is the perfect spot for just that. Particularly in the fall, when the changing leaves are simply breathtaking.

Visitors report that the trail is marked but not as clear as it should be. For this reason, it's important to print out a map. It's not very relaxing to get lost, is it?!

If I were planning a trip to the Clark Lake Trail in Watersmeet, Michigan, I'd be sure to time it so I'm there for the sunset. If the photo above indicates anything, the view looks absolutely stunning.

Bonus: if you hold a Michigan State Camping Permit, you can also stay the night right in the middle of the gorgeous wilderness.

The trees on this trail are part of an old-growth forest, which means the white and red pines reach into the sky almost further than the eye can see.

This secluded hiking trail in the Upper Peninsula of the Mitten State might be the perfect place to get away from it all. Aside from making sure to have a printed map with you, the number one tip previous hikers gave was simple:

Bring bug spray. We love this one - it's natural and easy to apply. You can't ask for anything more than that!

Have you discovered an off-the-beaten-path hiking trail in Michigan? Tell me about it in the comments!