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Mackinac Island – Sunset Rock (Chimney Rock) loop from Mackinac Island

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United States
Michigan
Mackinac County
Mackinac Island

Mackinac Island – Sunset Rock (Chimney Rock) loop from Mackinac Island

Moderate

3.4

(17)

25

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Mackinac Island – Sunset Rock (Chimney Rock) loop from Mackinac Island

01:10

18.3km

170m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: June 23, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 17.2 km for 171 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Hotel

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1

958 m

Mackinac Island

Highlight • Settlement

Mackinac Island is renowned for its fudge, with over a dozen fudge shops crafting irresistible concoctions in countless flavors. Legend has it the island's cold climate and unique water contribute to its fudge's exceptional texture and taste.

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2

3.90 km

Sunset Rock (Chimney Rock)

Highlight • Viewpoint

Known for its breathtaking sunsets, the aptly named Sunset Rock on Mackinac Island rewards mountain bikers with panoramic views of the island's picturesque shoreline and distant Mackinac Bridge after a …

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3

4.95 km

Griffin Cove is just off the side of Lake Shore Boulevard and is catty-corner to Brown's Brook State Roadside Park. The cove features a beach area where you can view out onto Lake Huron and see the mainland of Michigan.

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4.95 km

Griffin Cove

Highlight • Beach

Griffin Cove is just off the side of Lake Shore Boulevard and is catty-corner to Brown's Brook State Roadside Park. The cove features a beach area where you can view out onto Lake Huron and see the mainland of Michigan.

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5

6.32 km

British Landing

Highlight • Historical Site

British Landing serves as a memorial to an operation from the War of 1812. There are statues and informational placards here on the shores of the beach where the operation took place.

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6

8.25 km

Mackinac Island State Park

Highlight • Forest

Established in 1895 on land once part of the nation's second national park, over 80 percent of Mackinac Island now comprises the pristine Mackinac Island State Park. With no cars …

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7

9.46 km

Sugar Loaf Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

While pedaling through Mackinac Island State Park, one scenic highlight is the Sugar Loaf lookout point. This breathtaking vista offers panoramic views over the forest and of the park's largest …

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18.3 km

End point

Hotel

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.0 km

3.73 km

2.31 km

1.27 km

Surfaces

9.57 km

8.25 km

260 m

230 m

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

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