Pedal through Scenic Leelanau County
Saturday, September 21, 2024 Suttons Bay, MI
Online registration closes on September 15
Onsite "Day-of-Ride" registration but at an increased cost
Tour Overview
The Leelanau Harvest Tour is a great biking adventure for both families and single riders as the fall colors begin to show and apple trees are laden with fruit.
Starting and finishing at Herman Park in Suttons Bay, routes of approximately 20, 40, 64, and 100 miles wind throughout beautiful Leelanau County on excellent paved roads passing by farms, orchards, vineyards, dunes, and through quaint villages.
So come, ride, relax, and enjoy all that this beautiful peninsula has to offer.
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Beautiful Routes
After nine miles on the Leelanau Trail, the 20 mile route follows the east side of South Lake Leelanau then returns to the Trail to finish in Suttons Bay. Being mostly flat this is an ideal route for younger riders. This route includes one food stop at mile 13.
The 40 mile route begins the same as the short route then continues north along the east side of both North and South Lake Leelanau and passes though the village of Lake Leelanau before returning to Suttons Bay via M-22 from Setterbo Road. This route includes food stops at 13 and 26 miles.
After leaving the Leelanau Trail 10.5 miles south of Suttons Bay, the 64 mile route heads west through rolling countryside, north around Little Traverse Lake, through Lake Leelanau, up the east side of North Lake Leelanau and then returns to Suttons Bay via Setterbo Road and M-22. This route includes food stops at 25 and 49 miles.
The 100 mile route extends the 64 mile route north to the Grand Traverse Lighthouse at the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula and the village of Northport with more hills and scenic views. This route includes food stops at 25, 49, and 77 miles.
Ride Fees
$60 - (3/1 - 5/31)
$65 - (6/1 - 9/15)
$75 - “Day of Ride” registration (lunch choices may be limited)
$35 - children 12 and under
*fee and sales tax (when applicable) applied at checkout
T-Shirts
A lightweight blend of organic cotton and recycled polyester.
Pre-ordered with registration by August 25
Men’s Short sleeve: S to XL - $28; XXL - $29
Men's Long sleeve: S to XXL - $32
Women’s Short sleeve: XS to XL - $28; XXL - $29
Women’s Long sleeve: XS to XXL - $32
Extra Lunches
For non-riders
Pre-ordered with registration by September 15
$20 each
Men's T-Shirt Options
Women's T-Shirt Options
Registration
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Maps
Digital GPS versions of our routes are available on the online RideWithGPS service. Our upgraded account enables our participants to enjoy the turn-by-turn voice commands as they navigate the route using the free version of Ride With GPS and their app on a smartphone!
Printable versions are downloadable in a PDF format.
Maps will also be provided in your pre-registration packet and at registration.
All GPS Routes RideWithGPS Event
20 Mile Route Printable PDF
40 Mile Route Printable PDF
64 Mile Route Printable PDF
100 Mile Route Printable PDF
Ride Details
HIGHLIGHTS
FOOD STOPS
Rest stops on longer routes are spaced 15-30 miles apart, most with lake views. Each rest stop has toilet facilities.
POST-RIDE HARVEST LUNCH
A box lunch will be served at Herman Park from 11:30 a.m. until 4:30 pm. The lunch is included in the tour fee for all registrants. Box lunch choice will be offered as part of registration.
SAFETY
Packet Pick-up
PLEASE NOTE
START/FINISH LOCATION
All routes start and finish at Herman Park in Suttons Bay located 16 miles north of Traverse City at 1060 S. Herman Rd., Suttons Bay, MI.
REFUND POLICY
The bike tour is a rain or shine event. Individuals may cancel their registration and request a refund up to August 25.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Write to: lhtdirector@cherrycapitalcyclingclub.org
For information on hotel, motel, and camping options and area attractions, please use these links: Leelanau County, Traverse City, Pure Michigan. Local camping options include theLeelanau Pines Campground and Lake Leelanau RV Park both on the west side of Lake Leelanau.
Our two, one-day tours, the Ride Around Torch and the Leelanau Harvest Tour have enabled the CCCC to conduct a productive and meaningful grant program that supports bicycling projects that contribute to achieving our mission of promoting bicycling as part of a healthy lifestyle. Since 1999 the CCCC has proudly granted over $400,000 to local organizations seeking to do projects like this.
Frequently Asked Questions
A change with our insurer is now allowing Class 2 e-bikes to be covered in this year’s tour. All e-bikes are welcome on LHT!
Roving SAG support is available until 4:30 on all routes.
For information on hotel, motel, and camping options and area attractions, please use these links: Leelanau County, Traverse City, Pure Michigan. Local camping options include the Leelanau Pines Campground and Lake Leelanau RV Park both on the west side of Lake Leelanau.
Cancellations with full refund of event fees are available through Aug 25.
Contact lhtdirector@cherrycapitalcyclingclub.org if you need to cancel.
The LHT is held rain or shine!
Our profits from the Ride Around Torch and Leelanau Harvest Tour are used to support our local grant program. Since 1999, we have granted over $400,000 to enhance bicycling in our area. In the past 5 years, our grants have supported many projects including:
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