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West End Beach – Traverse City loop from Traverse City

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United States

Michigan

Grand Traverse County

Traverse City

West End Beach – Traverse City loop from Traverse City

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West End Beach – Traverse City loop from Traverse City

01:28

24.3km

60m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 1, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 140 m for 174 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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220 m

Hull Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Plenty of parking and restrooms here, near the public library. Also the Boardman Lake Loop Trail passes thru this park. There are other routes to exit this park heading east …

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3.62 km

West End Beach

Highlight • Beach

The perfect place for a swim, picnic or volleyball match. The beach has great views over West Grand traverse Bay. There are toilets and places where you can buy food.

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8.73 km

DeYoung Natural Area

Highlight • Forest

Park up your bike for a moment to explore the DeYoung Natural Area. You can walk eastwards along the boardwalks, through the woodland and pop out at Cedar Lake. Or …

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14.7 km

View of Grand Traverse Bay from Traverse Area Recreational Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

Already due to the view worth a visit.

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17.6 km

Traverse City

Highlight • Settlement

Traverse City, located in Northern Michigan, is a charming waterfront city nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan's Grand Traverse Bay. Famous for its cherry orchards, it's often referred to …

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18.3 km

Viewpoint

21.7 km

Boardman Lake, nestled in Traverse City, is a serene urban oasis with a wide network of bridges and marked footpaths. This scenic lake provides recreational opportunities like hiking and kayaking, offering a peaceful escape amidst the city's natural beauty.

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22.9 km

Boardman Lake

Lake

24.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

22.6 km

690 m

338 m

327 m

310 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

15.1 km

7.58 km

776 m

465 m

457 m

Elevation

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Sunday 12 July

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West End Beach

DeYoung Natural Area

View of Grand Traverse Bay from Traverse Area Recreational Trail

Traverse City

Boardman Lake

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