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Susans Creek Nature Preserve – Petoskey Bayfront Breakwater loop from Charlevoix Township

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United States

Michigan

Charlevoix County

Susans Creek Nature Preserve – Petoskey Bayfront Breakwater loop from Charlevoix Township

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Susans Creek Nature Preserve – Petoskey Bayfront Breakwater loop from Charlevoix Township

03:03

50.8km

220m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. 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: May 12, 2026

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4.30 km

Susans Creek Nature Preserve

Highlight • Forest

The trails through Susans Creek Nature Preserve take you past hardwood forests, meadows, black ash swamp and cedar thickets. It's a fantastic place to spot wildlife.

In winter, it's a great place for easy cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

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11.3 km

Old RR bridge over US31

Highlight • Bridge

Sharp climb when heading East. Loose large gravel

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25.1 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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25.4 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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50.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

40.6 km

5.99 km

3.51 km

700 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

49.5 km

1.03 km

292 m

Elevation

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