Lake Huron Coastal Preserve – Tawas Point State Park loop from East Tawas

02:16

50.2km

90m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 42.4 km for 110 m

After 43.3 km for 322 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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19.2 km

Lake Huron Coastal Preserve

Highlight • Beach

Stretching nearly a mile along Lake Huron’s shoreline in Iosco County, the Lake Huron Coastal Preserve protects 145 acres of hardwood forest, wetlands, and coastline making it ideal for a quiet nature stop. Located near Alabaster Township, the preserve offers a parking area and access to both a paved bike path and soft-trail systems that lead to the water’s edge. Cyclists and bike-tourers on nearby routes can easily swing in for a scenic break, enjoy the gentle lakeside breeze, enjoy birdwatching in a major migration corridor, and then roll back out refreshed and ready for the next leg.

Tip by

32.1 km

Beach

41.7 km

Tawas Point State Park

Highlight • Natural

Tawas Point State Park is a scenic peninsula celebrated for its historic lighthouse, sandy beaches, and excellent bird watching. With its graceful name hinting at Native roots, "Tawas" derived from the leader of the Saginaw band of Chippewas, Chief O-taw-as, the spot offers trail-side camping, boardwalks over dunes, and wide lake views perfect for cyclists passing through on nearby-route US-23. Whether you're rolling in for a rest stop or pitching a tent under the stars, this quiet lakeside park is a welcoming escape for bike tourers and nature lovers alike.

Tip by

42.5 km