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Detroit Riverwalk – Blue Heron Lagoon loop from Grosse Pointe Shores

Detroit Riverwalk – Blue Heron Lagoon loop from Grosse Pointe Shores

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Detroit Riverwalk – Blue Heron Lagoon loop from Grosse Pointe Shores

03:32

69.8km

110m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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35.2 km

Detroit Riverwalk

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This riverfront park draws more than three million walkers, bikers and picnickers every year. It's filled with green spaces and makes a great link for visiting businesses along Detroit's waterfront, or a relaxed, traffic-free ride to access Belle Island.

Tip by

37.3 km

Detroit Riverwalk

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Tip by

41.3 km

James Scott Memorial Fountain

Highlight • Monument

This marble fountain is an integral part of Belle Isle, honoring investor James Scott. The fountain has beautiful features and is worth the stop to admire.

Tip by

44.3 km

Great Blue Heron at Lakeside

Highlight • Lake

45.0 km

Bald Eagle on Belle Isle

Highlight • Viewpoint

45.9 km

Blue Heron Lagoon

Highlight • Lake

Blue Heron Lagoon is a magical oasis, where blue waters meet lush greenery. Visit the Blue Heron Lagoon for a serene haven, stunning scenery, and varied wildlife.

Tip by

48.0 km

Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Trail Pier

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

The Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Trail coincides with the first 6 miles of the Iron Belle Trail, which provides a pedestrian- and bike-friendly route around the entire island.

Tip by

59.1 km

Fox Creek

Lake

66.4 km

Pier Park

Highlight • Rest Area

This Grosse Pointe Farms park has an open swim area and a lap swim area, but no lifeguard on duty. There is also a kayak launch, playing courts for several sports including tennis, pickleball and shuffleboard, a shallow pool for kids and several playground options.

Tip by

69.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

35.1 km

20.2 km

13.6 km

914 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

41.5 km

25.8 km

2.56 km

Elevation

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Today

Friday 10 July

28°C

21°C

60 %

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Detroit Riverwalk – Blue Heron Lagoon loop from Grosse Pointe Shores

Detroit Riverwalk

Detroit Riverwalk

James Scott Memorial Fountain

Great Blue Heron at Lakeside

Bald Eagle on Belle Isle

Blue Heron Lagoon

Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Trail Pier

Pier Park

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