Comstock Hills
1,440 ft | 1 trails | Michigan
1,440 ft
1 routes
Easy
About Comstock Hills
At 1,440 feet, Comstock Hills is a summit in Michigan. The Comstock Hills Trail covers 11.0 miles round trip (out-and-back) with about 99 feet of elevation gain — a gradual walk with modest climbing.
Getting There
The trailhead is at 44.83685, -84.35407 (tap for driving directions). Arrive early on weekends — trailhead lots at popular peaks fill quickly, and cell service is often unreliable once you leave the highway.
When to Go
Late May through October is the main season. Snow and ice linger into spring and return early in fall at this latitude and elevation; in winter this becomes a different, more serious undertaking requiring traction devices and warm layers.
Know Before You Go
The Easy rating comes from the National Park Service difficulty formula, which weighs total distance against elevation gain. Most hikers should budget about 3.5 hours of moving time; add margin for breaks, photos and the descent. Download the GPX track from this page before you go — cell coverage is unreliable in the mountains and a saved route works offline in any GPS app. Conditions change: verify current access, closures and weather with the official land manager before you go. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Looking to link objectives or plan a weekend? Nearby summits include Mount Tom and Cote Dame Marie — each has its own guide on this site.
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Check Current Conditions
Trail conditions change frequently. Check the official land manager's site (linked under Data Sources on this page) and the NWS forecast before your hike.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to hike Comstock Hills?
The Comstock Hills Trail is 11.0 miles round trip with about 99 feet of elevation gain, and most hikers take roughly 3.5 hours of moving time. Add time for breaks and conditions — winter or wet weather can double the trip.
How hard is the Comstock Hills hike?
It's rated Easy using the National Park Service difficulty formula (11.0 miles round trip, 99 ft of gain — about 0 ft of climbing per mile). The elevation profile on this page shows exactly where the steep sections fall.
Where is the Comstock Hills trailhead?
The trailhead is at 44.83685, -84.35407 in Michigan. Use the driving-directions link in the Getting There section above, and note that parking at popular trailheads fills early on weekends.
Are dogs allowed on the Comstock Hills trail?
Rules vary by land manager — national parks often prohibit dogs on trails, while most national forests allow them on leash. Check with the managing agency for this trail before bringing your dog, and pack out waste.
When is the best time to hike Comstock Hills?
Late May through October for snow-free hiking. Check a summit point forecast before you go — conditions up high differ from the trailhead.
How tall is Comstock Hills?
Comstock Hills stands at 1,440 feet (439 meters) in Michigan.
Safety Information
Current Hazards
- Normal hiking conditions
- Check weather before departure
Turn-Around Time
3:00 PM
Plan to reach the summit by this time to allow safe descent before dark.
Essential Gear Checklist
* Critical items - do not hike without these
Emergency Contacts
Emergency / Search & Rescue
911Summit Forecast
NWS Point Forecast →In most of the US, backcountry search and rescue is dispatched through 911 — tell the operator you have a hiker emergency and your GPS coordinates.
Nearby Peaks
Explore other mountains near Comstock Hills. Great for peak-bagging or planning your next adventure.