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Explore Bellaire’s beautiful Glacial Hills trails on a Small E-Mountain Bike designed for riders 5' to 5'8". Choose your rental duration and discover Michigan’s great outdoors at your own pace.
Explore Bellaire’s beautiful Glacial Hills trails on a Small E-Mountain Bike designed for riders 5' to 5'8". Choose your rental duration and discover Michigan’s great outdoors at your own pace.
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Operated by Paddles & Pedals · Bellaire, Michigan
Experience the thrill of exploring Bellaire, Michigan, on a Small E-Mountain Bike specially designed for riders between 5' and 5'8". Operated by Paddles & Pedals, this private outdoor adventure lets you access Glacial Hills’ scenic trails, offering a perfect blend of excitement and nature’s calm. With flexible rental options ranging from half-day to a full week, you can customize your journey to match your pace and schedule. The e-bike’s electric assistance helps conquer varying terrains with ease, making it suitable for beginners and intermediate riders looking for a moderate workout with added fun. Along the way, you’ll encounter diverse landscapes, including forested paths, gentle hills, and quiet lakeshores — all rich in natural beauty and local wildlife. Bellaire’s welcoming community offers a warm stop for refreshments or additional exploration after your ride. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or trying e-mountain biking for the first time, this experience promises memorable adventures, stunning scenery, and the chance to enjoy Michigan’s great outdoors in a unique and personal way.
moderate.
2–6 hours.
Suitable for individuals with basic to moderate fitness who can handle light to moderate cycling effort.
Riders should be at least 16 years old to rent the Small E-Mountain Bike.
Yes, the electric assistance makes it easier for beginners to handle varying trail difficulties.
Extensions can be arranged based on availability by contacting Paddles & Pedals directly.
You can continue pedaling manually as the bike functions like a regular mountain bike without assistance.
This rental option is self-guided, but staff provide maps and trail recommendations.
Valid ID and a signed waiver are required; additional insurance options may be available through the company.
Bellaire was historically a logging town before becoming a destination for outdoor recreation, with many trails developed on former railroad corridors.
Local organizations work to maintain trail quality while preserving native flora and fauna, encouraging responsible recreation to minimize impact.
Paddles & Pedals is a rental outfitter based in Bellaire, Michigan, offering a range of bikes, e-bikes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards for local exploration. The business provides flexible rental durations from half-day to week-long options, letting visitors tailor trips to their schedule. Mountain and e-mountain bikes are available in multiple frame sizes — including small, medium, large, and extra-large — with models matched to rider height for comfortable trail riding. Kayak options include sit-in and sit-on-top single kayaks available for pick up, self-transport, or delivery to the customer’s location. Delivery is offered for single kayaks, and festival logistics include pickup points along the Paddle Antrim route; festival registration with Paddle Antrim is required before reserving a kayak. Stand-up paddleboards are available for pick up or self-transport in half-day to week rentals. Paddles & Pedals serves routes and natural areas such as Glacial Hills, Destination Bellaire, Grass River Natural Area, Torch Lake, and the stretch from Bellaire to Clam Lake. The Two Rivers intermediate paddle is a 3–4 hour route that requires a minimum of two kayaks and includes riverside docks along the way. The Standard Mountain Bike rental is suited for exploring Northern Michigan’s mountain trails. Equipment selection and rental options aim to simplify logistics so guests can focus on outdoor adventure. E-mountain bike options list specific size fits — Small (5'–5'8"), Medium (5'6"–5'11"), Large (5'10" and up), and X-Large (6'1"+), supporting comfortable rides on Glacial Hills trails. Two Rivers encourages groups for the minimum-two-kayak requirement.
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