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Grand Traverse County

Boardman Lake Trail loop from Joseph H. Rogers Observatory

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United States

Michigan

Grand Traverse County

Boardman Lake Trail loop from Joseph H. Rogers Observatory

Hard

2.8

(14)

riders

Boardman Lake Trail loop from Joseph H. Rogers Observatory

05:29

75.6km

460m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 25, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 26.5 km for 90 m

After 60.8 km for 87 m

After 71.0 km for 67 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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26.5 km

East Creek Reserve

Nature Reserve

55.0 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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56.2 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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57.7 km

Woodland Sweets, Playground and Trail Parking

Highlight • Parking

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

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59.6 km

Pedestrian Entrance and Restrooms, State Park

Highlight • Rest Area

The State Park has a pedestrian bridge that gives easy access to their beach on the East Bay.

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60.7 km

Keith J. Charters Traverse City State Park

Highlight • Beach

Keith J. Charters Traverse City State Park is a scenic park in Traverse City, offering beautiful beaches, camping, hiking trails, and recreational activities. It's a popular destination for nature lovers …

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66.8 km

Boardman Lake Trail

Highlight • Trail

67.2 km

Viewpoint

69.1 km

Boardman Lake

Lake

72.4 km

Boardman Valley Nature Preserve

Nature Reserve

75.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.7 km

16.3 km

15.9 km

12.3 km

4.01 km

1.07 km

293 m

Surfaces

45.8 km

20.9 km

6.99 km

1.52 km

432 m

Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

Weather

Today

Sunday 24 May

20°C

11°C

66 %

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Max wind speed: 13.0 km/h

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