
Birchleggings Club Third Annual Dakota Trail Bicycle Ride
The Birchleggings Club Dakota Trail Bicycle Ride offers a scenic journey through Minnesota's lake country.
Race Date
Aug 13, 2026
Location
Lester Praire, MN
Quick facts
- Date
- Thursday, August 13, 2026
- Location
- Lester Praire, Minnesota
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Third Annual Birchleggings Club Dakota Trail Bicycle Ride invites cyclists to explore a picturesque paved trail in Minnesota. This event, now in its third year, offers multiple distances, allowing riders to choose their adventure from 13 to 57 miles.
The route winds through Hennepin and Carver counties, showcasing the beauty of Lake Minnetonka and Lake Waconia. Cyclists will pass through charming towns like Spring Park, Mound, and Mayer, enjoying a well-maintained, paved rail trail that promises a smooth and scenic ride.
Participants converge in Lester Prairie for a communal lunch at the Central Café, known for its home-cooked meals. This gathering fosters a sense of camaraderie among fellow Birchleggers, making it a delightful day out for cycling enthusiasts.
Race-provided description
Come join your fellow Birchleggers for the Third Annual bicycle ride on one of the nicest bicycle rail trails in Minnesota on Thursday, August 13, 2026. This well-kept paved trail goes for 28.5 miles from Wayzata to Lester Prairie, Minnesota, past Lake Minnetonka and Lake Waconia. The trail is in Hennepin and Carver counties and goes through the cities of Spring Park, Mound, St. Bonifacius, Mayer, and New Germany. Riders can do the full round trip of 57 miles by parking in Wayzata, or shorter distances of 38 miles by parking in Mound, 29 miles by parking in St. Bonifacius, and even 13 miles by parking in Mayer. See links to parking lots below: The plan would be that the riders doing the shorter distances would join the longer group riders at each location and then ride into Lester Prairie together for lunch at the Central Café, also known as “Mary Kate’s Bitchin Kitchen” for home cooked food! The Central Café only accepts cash, so please bring money. 57 Mike Route - Wayzata Parking GPS: 44.96961, -93.52063 38 Mile Route - Mound Parking GPS: 44.93707, -93.66509 29 Mile Route - St. Bonifacius Parking GPS: 44.90259, -93.74161 13 Mile Route - Mayer Parking GPS: 44.88483, -93.88903
Logistics
Race Day
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Start Time
11:30 AM
Start Location
406 Central Ave, Lester Praire, MN, 55354
Course Info
Course Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River, Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
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Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 6 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
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Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
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Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
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Frequently asked
When is the Birchleggings Club Third Annual Dakota Trail Bicycle Ride?
The Birchleggings Club Third Annual Dakota Trail Bicycle Ride is held on Thursday, August 13, 2026, starting at 11:30 AM.
Where does the Birchleggings Club Third Annual Dakota Trail Bicycle Ride take place?
It takes place in Lester Praire, Minnesota.
What distances does the Birchleggings Club Third Annual Dakota Trail Bicycle Ride offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Birchleggings Club Third Annual Dakota Trail Bicycle Ride course flat and good for a PR?
The Birchleggings Club Third Annual Dakota Trail Bicycle Ride is a ultra-flat, point to point course.
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