Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Thru Hike

Pictured Rocks National Lake shore is one of the more scenic hikes I have ever been on. We had perfect weather for this 42 mile thru hike. Pictured Rocks is nestled along Lake Superior's southern shore located on the upper Peninsula of Michigan. I was joined by 10 other hikers on this 5 day adventure. On Day 1, we met at the Munising Falls Visitor Center and hiked 6 miles into the Cliffs Group campsite. Along the way we passed numerous waterfalls and Lake Superior overlooks. On Day 2, we took off from the Cliff Group Campsite and hiked 12 miles to the Coves Group Campsite. We had a chance to relax on a couple of great sand beaches and their were numerous awesome lookouts of Lake Superior. The sun was out and the water was as calm as it was clear. On Day 3, we left the Coves Group Campsite and I walked 10 miles to the Seven Mile Group Campsite. More beaches and Lake Superior overlooks. I veered off (on purpose) and walked to see Trappers Lake. On Day 4, we packed up and left the Seven Mile Group Campsite and walked 7 miles to the Au Sable East Group Campsite. Along the way we passed Hurricane River, numerous shipwrecks, and the Au Sable Lighthouse. On Day 5, we left the Au Sable East Campsite and walked 7 miles to the Gand Sable Visitor Center. We saw the log chute and a spectacular morning view of the Au Sable Dunes. It was a great group to hike with. Walking with a bigger group is a struggle for me sometimes. People have variety of hiking speeds, fitness levels, and backpacking experience. I thoroughly enjoyed my 5 days with this group. A few of the hikes have youtube and social media presence. Please check them out. Miyagi on the Trail Youtube -    / @miyagionthetrail   Instagram -   / miyagi_on_the_trail   Facebook -   / miyagionthetrail   Backpacking with Jason Youtube -    / @backpackingwithjason   Instagram -   / backpacking_with_jason   Facebook -   / backpacking-with-jason-360625584465797   Twitter -   / 101waugh   John Kelley Youtube Channel:    / @crosstrailsoutdoors   The Backpacking Podcast:    / @backpackingpodcast   Midwest Backpacker Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/midwest-... Follow Midwest Backpacker on Facebook   / midwestbackp​.  . Follow Midwest Backpacker on Instagram   / midwest_bac...​   Gear I frequently Use: Backpack - Lite AF Curve 40 - https://liteaf.com/ultralight-packs/4... Hammock - Warbonnet Ridgerunner - https://www.warbonnetoutdoors.com​ Rain Fly - Custom 13' Warbonnet Mountain Fly - https://www.warbonnetoutdoors.com​ Top Quilt- UGQ Outdoors 40 Degree Bandit - https://ugqoutdoor.com/top-quilts/ban... Hammock Gear 20 Degree Burrow - https://hammockgear.com​ Under Quilt- Loco Libre -20 Degree Ridge Reaper with 900 - fill power goose down - https://www.locolibregear.com​ Garmin In-Reach Mini Communicator https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07... Brooks Cascadia 15 Trail Runners - https://amzn.to/3eQg5Xl 6 Moon Designs UL Umbrella -https://amzn.to/2Q2xSQC Anker Power Bank - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00... Nitecore NU25 Headlamp - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07... Hilltop Packs Custom Printed Food Bag - https://hilltoppacks.ositracker.com/1... REI Magma 850 Hooded Down Jacket (seasonal) - https://www.rei.com​ Custom Printed Dual Pocket Gadget Bag from Hilltop Packs- https://hilltoppacks.ositracker.com/1... Sea to Summit Compression Dry Sack https://www.rei.com/product/867058/se... Cascade Mountain Tech Hiking Poles- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07... Toaks 550ML Cook Pot- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00... Fancy Feast Stove-    • Fancy Feast Stove - DIY - GIVEAWAY  ​ Toaks Long Handle Spork https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01... REI Rainpants - https://www.rei.com/product/137186/re... Outdoor Research Helium II Rain Jacket - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00... Sealskinz Waterproof Socks - https://amzn.to/2PAEEfZ CNOC 2 Liter Water Bag - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07... Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00... Sit Pad - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07... Camera- iphone 12 Pro Max External Microphone - Shure AMV88- https://amzn.to/38GEuut Ultrapod Lightweight Camera Tripod- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00... #picturedrocks #picturedrocksnationallakeshore #backpacking