Lake Michigan view – Bear River loop from Petoskey State Park

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United States

Michigan

Emmet County

Lake Michigan view – Bear River loop from Petoskey State Park

Easy

4.8

(3951)

16,645

riders

Lake Michigan view – Bear River loop from Petoskey State Park

01:03

17.6km

90m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 13, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.42 km

Mud Lake

Highlight • Lake

Mud Lake is 217 square acres in size and is home to panfish and bass. The best views of Mud Lake are from the North Western State Trail.

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4.71 km

Bay View Association and Historic Cottages

Highlight • Historical Site

The Bay View Association is a collection of historic Victorian cottage homes. It operates for six months during the summer and offers educational programs for adults and children, including a …

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5.17 km

Lake Michigan view

Highlight • Viewpoint

A lovely spot to take a break off the bike and admire the impressive view of Lake Michigan. Perfect on a summer's day.

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5.37 km

Little Traverse Wheelway

Highlight • Cycleway

7.56 km

Bear River

Highlight • River

Starting as the outflow of Walloon Lake, the upper 13 miles offer calm, flat water flowing through wetlands and marshes. It's ideal for peaceful canoeing, kayaking, and wildlife watching.

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7.84 km

Petoskey Bayfront Breakwater

Highlight • Structure

The Petoskey Bayfront Breakwater, located in Michigan, serves as a protective barrier for the harbour. It has played a vital role in facilitating commerce and ensuring safe navigation along the …

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8.88 km

Lake Michigan Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This path provides spectacular views of the lake, which looks fantastically blue on a sunny day. The path isn't particularly wide so it is more appropriate for a scenic cycle …

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17.6 km

End point

Parking

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