Another scenic section of the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail, the 2.4-mile Hastings Riverwalk was completed in 2015 from the former railbed on Industrial Park Drive to a circular loop at Bliss Riverfront Park. The paved multi-use trail is part of a proposed network of paths and nature trails currently under development along the Thomapple River by the city of Hastings. Hastings is a popular destination for paddles ports and home of the world-famous Barry-Roubaix Killer Gravel Road Race in the spring. You'll find bicycle and kayak rentals, lodging and several good places to eat in Hastings.
Middleville to Irving
The 4.6-mile segment through Middleville to Irving is the most scenic and popular stretch of the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail. You'll find a staging area behind Middleville Village Hall. The newest section of trail north of downtown is beautifully landscaped and crosses several bridges. Beginning at the gazebo, the first half-mile south passes over two bridges and on to several lookouts with views of vast wetlands. It's a great location for birdwatching. From there, the trail travels along the banks of the river through a long tunnel of trees to Irving. A beautiful ride.
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Holiday Inn Express Hastings 1099 W. M-43 Hwy Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-0000 Web Link |
Bicycle & Fitness Shops | |
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Hastings Ace Bike Shop 200 S. Boltwood Street Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-2003 Web Link |
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Trek Bicycle Store 22 W. Michigan Avenue Battle Creek, MI 49017 (269) 962-7688 Web Link |
Tourist Attractions | |
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Pierce Cedar Creek Institute 701 W. Cloverdale Road Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 721-4190 Web Link |
Trail Groups and Developers | |
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Michigan Department of Natural Resources 525 W. Allegan Street Lansing, MI 48909 Web Link |
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Michigan Trails & Greenways Alliance PO Box 27187 Lansing, MI 48909 (517) 485-6022 Web Link |
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Thornapple Trail Association PO Box 393 Middleville, MI 49333 (616) 293-8666 Web Link |
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West Michigan Trails & Greenways Coalition PO Box 325 Comstock Park, MI 49321 (616) 485-7805 Web Link |
Trail Supporter | |
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DTE Energy Web Link |
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League of Michigan Bicyclists 416 S. Cedar Street, Suite A Lansing, MI 48912 (517) 334-9100 Web Link |
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Michigan Brewers Guild 225 W. Washtenaw, Suite C Lansing, MI 48933 Web Link |
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Sinas Dramis Law Firm 3380 Pine Tree Road Lansing, MI 48911 (517) 394-7500 Web Link |