West Branch, MI Bike Trails and Maps

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Chippewa Trail

4.1 mi
State: MI
Asphalt

Grayling Bicycle Turnpike

6.5 mi
State: MI
Asphalt, Gravel

Hampton Township Nature Trail

2.4 mi
State: MI
Gravel

North Central State Trail

74.9 mi
State: MI
Asphalt, Crushed Stone

Pere Marquette Rail Trail

30.1 mi
State: MI
Asphalt

Pere Marquette State Trail

57.2 mi
State: MI
Asphalt, Crushed Stone

Tawas Bay Pedestrian and Bike Path

13.9 mi
State: MI
Asphalt, Concrete

Bay County Riverwalk/Bangor Rail Trail

17.8 mi
State: MI
Asphalt, Boardwalk, Concrete

Grand Curve Trail

4.2 mi
State: MI
Asphalt

Iosco Exploration Trail

7.4 mi
State: MI
Asphalt, Boardwalk, Concrete, Crushed Stone
Trail Image Trail Name States Length Surface Rating
The Chippewa Trail offers a paved 4-mile route from Midland to the Chippewa Nature Center, part of a beautiful 1,200-acre preserve, where you'll find a wildlife viewing area, river overlook and...
MI 4.1 mi Asphalt
Located in Grayling, Michigan, the Grayling Bicycle Turnpike runs from the north side of the Grayling downtown area at North Down River Road all the way out to the entrance of Hartwick Pines State...
MI 6.5 mi Asphalt, Gravel
The Hampton Township Nature Trail is a 2-mile gravel trail that begins at Finn Road Park winding through marshy areas, woods, skirts farm fields, and ending at a boat launch on Jones Road. Along the...
MI 2.4 mi Gravel
The nearly 75-mile North Central State Trail offers a multi-use trail adventure into the hills, agricultural areas, woods, and waterways of Michigan, with connections to well-established tourist towns...
MI 74.9 mi Asphalt, Crushed Stone
Many factors contribute to the Pere Marquette Rail Trail’s popularity. It runs for 30.1 miles on smooth asphalt that is well maintained and, at 14 feet, wide enough to ride or walk side-by-side. At...
MI 30.1 mi Asphalt
The Pere Marquette State Trail runs 55 miles through beautiful woodlands and fields between Baldwin and Clare. About the Route The section between Baldwin and Reed City is about 17 miles long...
MI 57.2 mi Asphalt, Crushed Stone
The Tawas Bay Pedestrian and Bike Path follows both US 23 and the shore of Tawas Bay in northern Michigan. The scenic route, which offers stunning water views at several points along the way, connects...
MI 13.9 mi Asphalt, Concrete
The 17.7 miles of the Bay County Riverwalk/Bangor Rail Trail connects a nature trail in a wildlife refuge on the shores of Lake Huron to a loop trail around the bustling port of Bay City. The part...
MI 17.8 mi Asphalt, Boardwalk, Concrete
The Fraser Township Trail runs for 4 miles through Bay County, MI which borders the shores of Lake Huron. About the Route The Fraser Township Trail travels through Bay County, MI, a rural and...
MI 4 mi Gravel
Beginning near downtown Midland, the Grand Curve Trail travels east for over 4 miles. The trail starts at the rotunda that hosts the Midland Area Farmers Market, near the Tridge, a three-way bridge...
MI 4.2 mi Asphalt
The 7.4-mile Iosco Exploration Trail exists in two sections in Hale and Oscoda. The trail is a beautiful non-motorized pathway to Iosco County for all community members, visitors, tourists, and...
MI 7.4 mi Asphalt, Boardwalk, Concrete, Crushed Stone

Recent Trail Reviews

Pere Marquette State Trail

Evart to Reed City 12 miles

September, 2025 by vicki1960

We parked in Evart and biked West to Reed City for lunch. And back. Very nice trailhead in Evart, former train station looks to be recently repainted. Real restrooms but only open when City Hall is open. The asphalt pavement between Evart and Reed City is in very poor condition. Wide cracks the entire width of the trail. Not much by the way of shade as the trail goes through miles of sand/dirt quarries. The trees/scenery along the trail was pretty. Would not ride this section again unless it was all dug up and repaved. Will check in a few years to see.

Bay County Riverwalk/Bangor Rail Trail

Bay City State Park Section-Bay City Loop Tr.

September, 2025 by vicki1960

We parked at the Frank N. Anderson Nature Center parking lot on State Park Road. Took the rail trail into Bay City State Park. There are plenty of places to bike ride in Bay City State Park, which offers beautiful views of Saginaw Bay. Within the park are several nature trails that are paved and bicycles are permitted. We stopped at the visitor center for trails maps. The best trail within the State Park was the Tobico Marsh trails which was on an old rail bed. There was a spur off of it which was gravel but took us up to an observation tower. Plenty of parking areas and nature trails. A lot of pretty scenery.

Pere Marquette Rail Trail

Very Wide and Nicely Maintained

September, 2025 by vicki1960

Accessed the trail in Midland at the Tridge. Trail runs 30 miles in length, nicely paved, from Midland to Clare through several old railroad towns. Quite a few trailheads and parking lots along the way. We biked the trail, each end, over 2 different rides. There is practically zero shade. The trail is very wide, with several feet of grass on each side, then maybe a few trees between the trail and Saginaw Road. Basically the trail follows Saginaw Road which is very noisy. Though a nice ride, it's not peaceful due to road traffic. The trail goes through several nature areas and passed a few parks. There are places to eat in the small towns along the trail. Each mile is marked. The Tridge was a sight to see in Midland. This trail connects with the Chippewa Trail at the Tridge in Midland.

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Chippewa Trail

Pretty Scenery

September, 2025 by vicki1960

Nice addition to the Pere Marquette Trail in Midland. Access the trail via the Tridge. This trail meanders through wetlands and beautiful scenery. The Chippewa Nature Center is at the opposite end and offers free admission. Trail surface well maintained.

Chippewa Trail

A Nice Experience

August, 2025 by clonetrooper5373

Chippewa Trail offers a smooth ride through woods and open fields with tight curves defining most of the trail.

Visit if you're in the area and are looking for a good trail.

Pere Marquette State Trail

Clare to Farwell

July, 2025 by strachl

There is no longer a gap in the trail between Farwell and Clare so we decided to take a quick ride to check it out! We started at the Clare Depot at W 4th Street and Beech St. The path begins by weaving behind the railroad yard and several small industrial buildings and then follows the road for a mile or so before it becomes quiet and tree lined. It is only 5 miles to the park in downtown Farwell. The return trip to Clare went very quickly because heading east the grade is slightly downhill. We explored the Clare Depot when we got back. Great gift shop with very informative helpful staff!

Bay County Riverwalk/Bangor Rail Trail

Great Bike Ride

July, 2025 by jasonldurham

There’s allot to explore and see along the way. The bird watch towers are really nice. Bring mosquito spray and binoculars! The paved trail is really nice the real adventure is the hiking trail by the end. It’s more rugged and not paved but the views are amazing. Highly recommend adding this to your list of adventures but don’t forget the mosquito spray there is a marsh right there.

North Central State Trail

Ice storm Damage

May, 2025 by camper girl

We checked the trail from Gaylord to Mackinaw City on Sunday 05/11/25. Gaylord to Topinabee still has alot of trees down on the trail due to the ice storm but Topinabee to Mackinaw City has been cleared.

North Central State Trail

Ice storm Damage

May, 2025 by camper girl

We checked the trail from Gaylord to Mackinaw City on Sunday 05/11/25. Gaylord to Topinabee still has alot of trees down on the trail due to the ice storm but Topinabee to Mackinaw City has been cleared.

Hampton Township Nature Trail

Rough

May, 2025 by clonetrooper5373

This trial is pretty rough due to all that loose stone, so if you go on a bike, a fat tire one is prob best, or perhaps walk this one?

Fraser Township Trail (Iron Belle Trail)

Iffy

May, 2025 by clonetrooper5373

Pavement is rough and there's nothing to see maybe either walk this one or skip it entirely.

North Central State Trail

Rode to this trail Vanderbilt to Wolverine and from Indian River to Cheboygan.The trails are crushed limestone and well maintained.Beautiful scenery.

September, 2024 by jimhege522

Rode to this trail Vanderbilt to Wolverine and from Indian River to Cheboygan.The trails are crushed limestone and well maintained.Beautiful scenery.

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