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Grand Traverse County

Trail Detour loop from Keith J. Charters Traverse City State Park

Grand Traverse County

Trail Detour loop from Keith J. Charters Traverse City State Park

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(3149)

8,037

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Trail Detour loop from Keith J. Charters Traverse City State Park

04:09

58.4km

420m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 22, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Pere Marquette State Forest - Traverse City Unit

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.48 km

Woodland Sweets, Playground and Trail Parking

Highlight • Parking

there is parking in this area. Woodland has ice cream.

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2

1.67 km

Woodland Sweets Parking and Ice Cream

Highlight • Parking

3

2.72 km

Traverse Area Recreational Trail (TART)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Traverse Area Recreational Trail (TART) is a beloved pathway in Michigan, offering scenic biking and walking routes. Spanning 10.5 miles, it showcases Traverse City's natural beauty, connecting parks, forests, and communities.

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4

4.11 km

Rock Hound Brewery and Shopping Center

Highlight • Restaurant

This shopping center is maybe 100 yds west of the trail. Has Rock Hound Brewery, post office, state store might have ice cream.

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5

30.5 km

Great camping and picnic spot

Highlight • River

Near Twin Lake, this path along the north branch River leads to a perfect place for rest and camping.

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57.1 km

Mnaadendan-Shkaakimiikwe Nature Sanctuary

Nature Reserve

7

58.1 km

Trail Detour

Highlight • Trail

B

58.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.4 km

5.05 km

3.97 km

3.12 km

1.73 km

145 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

30.0 km

24.0 km

4.04 km

442 m

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

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Monday 25 May

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10°C

36 %

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