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Old 04-09-08, 02:10 PM
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Hey Gian -

Route assistance: See MDOT bike use map. The Thumb Area map looks like M-25 (the shoreline road) is good for riding, at least by MDOT standards. I agree w/ Machka - route planning/mapping is half the fun for me.

Camping: Mich DNR site lists campgrounds by county. I like the state forest campgrounds more than state park campgrounds - much more rustic (most have no power at sites = no motor homes). Unfortunately, I don't think there's many in the thumb area - unless you plan to head a bit farther N & W. Or, private campgrounds often are willing to cut bikers a deal to camp on the grass in a corner. I wouldn't try stealth camping in the immediate vicinity of a state park - it's posted in these areas that camping's allowed in designated sites only, & the ranger routinely checks out the area looking for sneakers. Surrounding state land (outside the park boundaries) is OK.
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