When
Sunday, August 16th, 2026
Where
158 Harborview Drive, Fond Du Lac WI
Distances
See race page
About this race
Race Overview
Race the Lake is in its 16th year and an 88 mile race/ride around the majestic Lake Winnebago, full of scenic diversity and is enjoyed by all abilities from professional to the beginning cyclists.
Distance
- Total Distance: 88 Miles
- Starting Point: The course will stage the dramatic start at Lakeside Park in Fond du Lac.
- Route Highlights: The journey begins by heading north hugging the west side of Lake Winnebago and traveling through Oshkosh, Neenah, Menasha, Appleton and to the halfway point at High Cliff State Park.
- Scenic Experience: Riders then take the east shoreline of Lake Winnebago - taking in lots of greenery, the mammoth blue lake and fresh country air.
- Finish Line: The course goes through Calumetville, Marytown, and St. Peter, and finishes at Lakeside Park (158 E. Harbor Drive) in Fond du Lac.
Event Details
For more information on the race, visit the official site: Race the Lake 2026.
Course map
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