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Bring your big dog along for a scenic spin on the Leelanau Trail. This secure dog trailer attaches to e-bikes and lets pets up to 100 pounds ride safely while you explore Suttons Bay and the peninsula.
Bring your big dog along for a scenic spin on the Leelanau Trail. This secure dog trailer attaches to e-bikes and lets pets up to 100 pounds ride safely while you explore Suttons Bay and the peninsula.
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Operated by Ride Leelanau · Suttons Bay, Michigan
On a bright morning along the Leelanau Trail, a dog trailer clipped to an e-bike becomes the easiest way to bring a big canine companion on a miles-long escape. The Dog Trailer - Sutton's Bay lets owners carry pups up to 100 pounds along the trail that threads the Leelanau Peninsula from village to vineyard. Meet at 204 St Joseph St, Suttons Bay, MI , 49682 to rig the trailer to your bike, secure your dog in the enclosed cabin, and push off for a short loop or an all-day ramble. The Leelanau Trail follows a converted rail bed through rolling orchards, vinelands, and patches of northern hardwood forest, with glimpses of Grand Traverse Bay on clearer stretches. The trailer provides a quiet, cushioned space where anxious, elderly, or large dogs can still be part of the day. It hitches securely to compatible e-bikes and features ventilation and a stable platform so owners can pedal without worrying about their pet's comfort or balance. What makes this rental notable in Suttons Bay is its simplicity and inclusivity. Local outdoor offerings often focus on human-only pursuits; providing a sturdy trailer for dogs expands access to people who travel with large or limited-mobility pets. The Leelanau Trail itself is a regional highlight, a gentle linear route that showcases glacially shaped terrain, patchwork farmland, and shorelines formed by post-glacial water levels. Riders share the path with walkers and cyclists, passing small towns, roadside cider mills, and tasting rooms that mark the peninsula's agricultural culture. Practical notes: the trailer accommodates dogs up to a combined 100 pounds and must fit comfortably inside the cabin. Bring a secure harness, water, and a familiar blanket to reduce stress on the trail. Rentals begin and end at the meeting point on St Joseph Street where staff can demonstrate attachment and safety clips. Because the trail is multiuse, keep speeds moderate and yield to pedestrians and equestrians. For anyone who refuses to leave a four-legged family member behind, this rental turns a standard bike day into a full-family outing. It opens access to Leelanau landscapes that can be enjoyed at a leisurely pace, provides a safe alternative to long hikes when conditions or pet fitness make walking impractical, and plugs into a local trail system that celebrates low-impact recreation. Whether you plan a short scenic spin or plan to explore wineries and waterfront parks, the Dog Trailer - Sutton's Bay makes Suttons Bay a more dog-friendly waypoint on Michigan's peninsula circuit. Reserve online or at the meeting point, and arrive with your dog leashed and calm so staff can complete a quick safety check before you roll out onto the trail, and savor northern Michigan's sunlit shoreline views daily.
The trailer holds dogs up to a combined 100 pounds; dogs must fit comfortably inside the cabin.
The trailer is designed to attach to compatible e-bikes; staff at the meeting point will help confirm fit and show attachment procedures.
Pick up and return at the meeting point: 204 St Joseph St, Suttons Bay, MI , 49682, where staff can run through a safety check.
Yes; the trailer offers an enclosed, ventilated space and secure tie points, but bring a harness for added safety.
Puppies and elderly dogs may ride if they can sit or lie comfortably and tolerate motion; consult staff about individual suitability.
Reservations are recommended to guarantee availability, though same-day rentals may be possible depending on demand.
Ride Leelanau is a Suttons Bay, Michigan-based e-bike rental and tour operator specializing in electric bicycle experiences across Leelanau County. The business offers a range of rental options — from three-hour outings to week-long adventures — and a diverse fleet that includes electric trikes, fat-tire e-bikes, cargo bikes, city cruiser styles, and Rad Runner models. Helmets and child seats are provided, and many rentals are available to riders aged 16 and older. Ride Leelanau runs a popular weekly group ride called WEELEE (Weekly Ebike Excursion–Leelanau), which meets on Wednesdays and visits a different vineyard along the Leelanau Trail. Guided options and self-guided rides are both available. A featured guided ebike tour runs on Thursdays and covers approximately 24 miles of the Leelanau Peninsula with stops at Tandem Ciders, St. Wenceslaus Church, and the Hallstedt Homestead Cherry Farm where riders can pick cherries. Test rides are offered with 23 e-bike models across Rad Power, Velotric, and Lectric. Test rides last about 25 minutes, include a purchase discount, and the test fee is refunded for same-day purchases. Maintenance services include e-bike general tune ups, covering chain care, tire pressure checks, alignment, and component security. Ride Leelanau hosts special events, including a Veterans Ride to the Red, White and Blues Charity Ride to Bel Lago led by Tim M on August 16, supporting Reining Liberty Ranch’s equine therapy. Group rides and special events connect riders with local wineries and charities.
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