The Chassell Classic Ski Trail is 10 kilometers of single track trail, groomed for the classic skier. The trail goes over rolling hills, through sunny pastures, past picturesque ravines and under a canopy of protective forest. This trail has something for the entire family. There is plenty of space at the bottom of the hills and no sharp corners. There is also a 1.0 km lighted segement.
This trail is maintained by volunteers. While there is not a fee to use the trail, donations are needed to keep it maintained. Please place your donation in the box provided at the Heritage Center.
The Chassell Trail is located seven miles south of Houghton on U.S. Highway 41. The trailhead is just West of the Chassell Heritage Center one block west of the Chippewa Motel. The parking lot for the Trail and Center is accessible from Second Street off US 41
Trail Loops:
Lower Trail (4.9 km) - Easy to Intermediate. Sloping terrain through a varied stand of trees, interspersed with clearings.
Upper Trail/Paradise Loop (4.5 km) - Easy to Intermediate. Gently rolling hills past a pond and through the woods
