Hastings, Michigan |
Tahqua Trekker Hiker shuttle between Lower and Upper Tahquamenon Falls |
Hastings, Michigan |
Frequently Asked Questions Q. How long is the hike? A. Just over four miles between Upper Falls Parking Lot and Lower Falls Parking lot Q. How long will it take me to hike it? A. Depends. If you run, it could take you half an hour. If you take your sweet time, you could be out there all day. A conditioned hikers will most likely take just under two hours to hike. A family with small children could take four hours. Q. How difficult is the hike? A. Although there are some climbs and descents, most of the trail is rolling as it parallels the Tahquamenon River. Keep in mind you will be walking UPHILL from Lower to Upper Falls. Q. I have a large family/group, there is no way we all can fit in your vehicle. A. All it takes is one person, the driver of your party, to ride the shuttle back to the starting point. Then, they will drive back to pick up the group. Q. Can I spot my vehicle first? A. Absolutely! In fact, this the best way to hike and use the shuttle. Leave your group at the starting point, and drive your vehicle to the Tahqua Trekker staging point. Leave your vehicle, and ride the shuttle back to your group. Hike, take your time, knowing your vehicle is where you will end. Q. Is there any seating priorty? A. Yes. Those that purchase tickets in advance before their hike receive first seating, those that purchase tickets after their hike in the gift shops receive second priority, walk ups receive third priority. Q. What will you do if I've bought a ticket and I turn around? Do I get a refund? Can I use it another day? A. Your ticket will be honored another day in the calendar year it was purchased. Sorry, no refunds. Q. Where is the staging area? A. In the parking areas at each falls. Q. What about child seats/booster seats? A. We'll do our best to have seats on hand but we are limited by space so keep that in mind. We'd encourage you to spot your vehicle first and use the shuttle so you can walk to your car. Q. Can you accomodate bikes? Backpacks? Strollers? A. The park prohibits bikes on the trail. The trail is not suited for strollers. We have very limited space for gear. |
After rain or a heavy dew, the trail can be quite slick and muddy. Take your time and enjoy the trail by walking carefully in these condtions. |
