Arcadia Dunes – Lake Michigan Overlook loop from Arcadia Dunes: The C.S. Mott Nature Preserve

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Arcadia Dunes – Lake Michigan Overlook loop from Arcadia Dunes: The C.S. Mott Nature Preserve

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Arcadia Dunes – Lake Michigan Overlook loop from Arcadia Dunes: The C.S. Mott Nature Preserve

01:22

14.9km

160m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 28, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.21 km

Arcadia Dunes

Highlight • Natural Monument

Here, on the scenic Highway, there is this observation point where the view of the dunes is really impressive.

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1.32 km

Lake Michigan Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice vista overlooking Lake Michigan at the top of a strenuous climb. Bathrooms available.

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8.04 km

Arcadia MTB Trails

Highlight • MTB Park

Arcadia MTB Trails have great flow! They are well maintained and are pure fun! Definitely worth checking out.

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10.4 km

Chestnut Loop trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Chestnut Loop trail is a shorter option for hiking in the Arcadia Dunes area, just east of the 22 Highway. This area is heavily wooded and is open to …

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14.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.3 km

2.27 km

818 m

545 m

Surfaces

12.5 km

2.42 km

Elevation

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Highest point (300 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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Lake Michigan Overlook

Arcadia MTB Trails

Chestnut Loop trail

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