Have an awesome Midwest multi-day bike camping route? Whether it's in IL, WI, IN, MI, IA or MI, we want to hear from you! Share your route and bike adventure so  others can enjoy the Lower Lake Michigan Basin Area. Ride. Learn. Explore.
    Need inspiration? Check out this example.
    Illinois Beach State Park 

    Route Name

    Give your route an awesome name. Keep it short and to the point, highlighting the features of the area and route.

    Ride Gps Map

    Up load a map of your route using the Ride GPS mapping system. Include the camping destinations, worthy stops, and the essential water break points. Make sure to list your route public so it can be reviewed.

    Trip Duration

    Route Description 

    What is the route like? All Gravel? Dirt/single trek? Paved paths? Roads A mix of all of them? Hilly? Please give the readers some info on what to expect. 

    When to go

    When is the best time of year to ride this route and why?

    Basecamp & Starting Location

    Where does the route start? Is it in a town? In a City? Can supplies be bought? Can you overnight there before the trip begins? 

    Where are you going? Campground Info.

    Camp Description

    ​Description: Describe why this place is unique.  Are there hiking trails? How many miles of hiking trails? What type of ecosystem is here? (Oak Forest, Prairie, bog, marshland) What makes this campground stand out? How big is it (Acres)? What can you do here? -Typically one - three paragraphs.
    ​​Pricing and how many campsites. Types of lodging: only camping or are there cabins? Describe the campsites/lodging. How should people prepare? Suggest tips. Give a General list of amenities: are there pavilions, fire wood on site, ice or store? Shower facilities? Dinner?  or is this a primitive campsite? How should people prepare for arrival? Suggest tips. typically one-three paragraphs

    Photos

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    Author Information

    Let Readers know more about you
    and where they can find more of your work and talents 
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    Before you hit the submit button, ensure you completed all the above *required fields.
    ​FYI-Your provided email is for submission contact purposes only. It will not be made public on the website.
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