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Places to Ride

Mountain Bike Rides

Boyne Highlands - Cross country and downhill mountain bike trail network. Chair lift access in the summer.

North Country Trail - Part of a larger trail system that runs from the New York to North Dakota. We have two excellent sections in our area.
North of Petoskey - Generally well maintained trail with good elevation changes.
South of Petoskey - Minimally maintained trail, backcountry feel.

Boyne School Forest - Relatively new trail network, wide, flowy, and fast. Minimal elevation. Great for beginners.

Avalanche Park - Professionally built flow trail mixed in with older hand-built trail.

Tanton Working Forest Preserve

Big Foot Trails

Offield Family Nature Preserve

Brown's Creek East Jordan

Bike Paths Rides

Our area is known for having excellent bike paths. If you are looking for a safe and easy place to ride these paths are a great option. 

NorthWestern State Trail - Mixture of paved and crushed limestone trail connecting Petoskey to Mackinaw

Little Traverse Wheelway - 26 mile paved trail linking Charlevoix, Petoskey, and Harbor Springs. Spectacular views of Lake Michigan.


Bear River Trail

Downtown Greenway

Road Bike Rides

M-119 Tunnel of Trees - A popular scenic highway along Lake Michigan. Part of the DAL-MAC and Zoo-De-Mac routes. Ride with caution as the road is narrow and busy in the summer months.

Seven Hills of Walloon - A series of rolling hills along the northern and eastern shore of Walloon Lake. This 25 mile out and back ride is sure to put a smile on your face.