Sunset Rock (Chimney Rock) – Griffin Cove loop from Mackinac Island State Park

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Sunset Rock (Chimney Rock) – Griffin Cove loop from Mackinac Island State Park

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Sunset Rock (Chimney Rock) – Griffin Cove loop from Mackinac Island State Park

00:55

13.7km

110m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 29, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 8.42 km for 174 m

After 12.1 km for 208 m

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2.92 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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3.97 km

Griffin Cove Beach on Lake Huron

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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3.97 km

Griffin Cove

Highlight • Beach

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5.34 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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9.83 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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12.7 km

Mackinac Island

Highlight • Settlement

Time seems to stand still on Mackinac Island, not only because there are no cars, but also because there are two historic military forts and a handful of the oldest …

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