Gulf Overlook – Shelby Lakes Trail loop from Shell Beach

Gulf Overlook – Shelby Lakes Trail loop from Shell Beach

Easy

4.5

(2114)

6,084

riders

Gulf Overlook – Shelby Lakes Trail loop from Shell Beach

01:43

37.0km

40m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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13.9 km

Gulf Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Elevated platform that provides a great view of Gulf State Park and the Gulf of Mexico in the distance.

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19.9 km

Shelby Lakes Trail

Highlight • Trail

Great trail that runs next to Shelby Lakes. It is perfect for biking or walking and gives amazing views of the lake.

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28.0 km

Middle River

Highlight • River

Middle River joins Middle Lake and Little Lake. The Powerline Road bridge takes you right over the river where if you are lucky (or unlucky) you just might spot an alligator.

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28.7 km

Viewpoint

35.9 km

Great View

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great view from the road of the beach and the Gulf of Mexico.

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37.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

33.1 km

3.71 km

278 m

Surfaces

20.5 km

16.2 km

265 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Today

Wednesday 11 November

23°C

16°C

43 %

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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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