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Marquette County

Picnic Rocks Beach – View of old ore loading docks loop from Northern Michigan University

Bike touring routes & trails

Marquette County

Picnic Rocks Beach – View of old ore loading docks loop from Northern Michigan University

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Picnic Rocks Beach – View of old ore loading docks loop from Northern Michigan University

00:52

15.0km

50m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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5.94 km

Marquette Lower Harbor Ore Dock

Highlight • Monument

This is simply a magnificent structure. It is the historic Ore Dock that is in Marquette’s Lower Harbor. It is a relic of Marquette’s iron ore mining and maritime industry …

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2

6.33 km

Marquette Welcome Center Trailhead

Highlight • Rest Area

A quality welcome center that provides information on the wide range of activities and attractions available in Marquette and the wider Michigan area. Of particular interest to the cyclist will …

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3

7.71 km

South Beach

Highlight • Beach

This easily accessible beach along the Marquette Bay provides great views and a calm spot to stop if you are looking for a short break.

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4

10.9 km

Picnic Rocks Beach

Highlight • Beach

A sandy Lake Superior beach with breathtaking views of the harbor and "picnic rocks." Enjoy amenities like a shaded picnic area, playground, restrooms, and the City Multi-Use Path. Swimming is restricted due to hazardous long shore rip currents.

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13.7 km

View of old ore loading docks

Highlight • Monument

look north from here. bring a good camera they are awesome.

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15.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.1 km

390 m

335 m

125 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.7 km

3.87 km

383 m

< 100 m

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