Traverse Area Recreation and Transportation (TART) Trails is gearing up for the much-anticipated annual Tour de TART bicycle ride on Friday, July 19, from 4-9 pm.
This vibrant event will gather over 600 riders of all ages for an unforgettable evening of cycling along the picturesque TART and Leelanau Trails, leading to a delightful bayside dinner in Suttons Bay and a comfortable ride back to Traverse City. This flagship fundraising event for TART Trails is filling up quickly, with early bird registration available until Friday, July 5 at traversetrails.org/event/tourde- tart.
The Tour de TART offers a welcoming experience for cyclists of every age and ability, making it especially popular among families. Starting at Darrow Park on Bay Street in Traverse City, riders can set off anytime between 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. The 17-mile paved trail, typically completed in about two hours, features two food and water stops, including the famed luau party hosted by Brick Wheels.