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Bear River – Petoskey State Park loop from Bay Shore

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Bear River – Petoskey State Park loop from Bay Shore

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Bear River – Petoskey State Park loop from Bay Shore

05:05

85.3km

390m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 7, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.34 km

Old RR bridge over US31

Highlight • Bridge

Sharp climb when heading East. Loose large gravel

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46.6 km

Bear River

Lake

48.3 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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50.7 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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54.0 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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56.6 km

Menonaqua Woods Nature Preserve

Nature Reserve

61.0 km

Fisk Nature Preserve

Nature Reserve

67.0 km

Petoskey State Park

Highlight • Beach

This park is renowned for its abundance of Petoskey stones, fossilized coral with mesmerizing patterns. Keep your eyes peeled while walking the beach, you might just discover a unique treasure!

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70.2 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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70.6 km

Little Traverse Wheelway

Highlight • Cycleway

73.1 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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85.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

61.8 km

11.6 km

6.64 km

3.05 km

1.84 km

402 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

59.5 km

23.4 km

1.57 km

853 m

Elevation

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Weather

Today

Sunday 10 May

7°C

3°C

26 %

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Bear River – Petoskey State Park loop from Bay Shore

Old RR bridge over US31

Bear River

Lake Michigan view

Mud Lake

Petoskey State Park

Bay View Association and Historic Cottages

Little Traverse Wheelway

Petoskey Bayfront Breakwater

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