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September 19-20-21, 2025
The Highlands - Harbor Springs MI
EVERYONE'S FAVORITE FALL NORTHERN MICHIGAN WEEKEND
Biketemberfest is a long-running annual fall bike weekend of fall frolic and fun! The βHighlands to Bay Harborβ ride along the Little Traverse Wheelway offers incredible scenery, vistas and views along the bay with options for a short or longer afternoon ride. Top off the afternoon post-ride with a mountain top happy hour. Chair lift to the top for acoustic music and complimentary beer!
More intimate than the spring Zoo-de-Mack ride (500 vs. 2,500), this relaxing weekend getaway offers socializing, Friday and Saturday parties with a live band, happy hour, bonfires & more! We hope you can make this spectacular end of the summer weekend!!!
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This ride is not a race!!! Instead itβs a collection of outdoor enthusiasts who want to enjoy a little physical exercise together in one of the most beautiful areas in the state of Michigan. This event is a shorter, relaxed version of our spring ride, with approximately 350 participants vs 2,500 and requires minimal planning.
This incredible ride on Saturday is approximately 25 miles in length, starting and ending at The Highlands of Harbor Springs. The terrain is fairly flat and encompasses about three hours of actual riding time. We will have options available to expand the mileage to 60+ miles for those that are interested in a longer ride.
We will ride the spectacular βLittle Traverse Wheelway" following along the shoreline of Lake Michigan. We start out with a few rolling forested miles as we leave The Highlands and travel to the Little Traverse Wheelway. Once we pick up the paved bike path, the terrain is level as it mostly follows a centuries old railroad grade. You will be overwhelmed by breathtaking views of Little Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan from various points along the route.
Highlights include the sugar sand beach at Petoskey State Park, the historic Victorian cottages of Bayview, the Gaslight district of downtown Petoskey, the scenic Bear River trail, Magnus Park, and many other memorable sights too numerous to mention. Enjoy a leisurely lakeside lunch and swap stories at Brandy's of Harbortown (Downtown Bay Harbor) which also serves as our half-way turn around. For those that have ridden this fall ride in the past, Brandy's is situated harborside where "Knot Just a Bar" was located. Completely renovated with a huge outdoor bar space overlooking the marina.
On the return we encourage pit stops along the way in Downtown Petoskey including a few breweries that will offer some local brews and specals with more of the same spectacular sights on the reverse journey back to The Highlands.
BOOK YOUR WEEKEND
OPTION #1 HOTEL PACKAGE: BIKETEMBERFEST WEEKEND EXPERIENCE
Book Early To Save! Early Bird booking rates end Aug 17th. Best Rates Including bike event inclusions can still be reserved at The Highlands with the Biketemberfest room block. Prices vary based on occupancy (single / double / Triple / Quad) and room type (Main Lodge / Pleasantview / Heather Highlands) from Quad Occupancy (4) from $169pp and Double Occupancy (2) from $273pp.
The Highlands Stay, Ride & Play Package Includes:
- Two nights lodging at The Highlands Resort
- Rockinβ Friday night party with a great band
- The incredible 25 mile Highlands to the Harbor bicycle ride
- Awesome leisurely lakeside lunch at Brandy's Harbortown in Downtown Bay Harbor overlooking the marina
- Mountain Top happy hour Saturday afternoon w/live music
- Use of The Highlands Resort outdoor heated pools and hot tubs all weekend
- Scenic chairlift rides Friday evening, all day Saturday and Sunday morning (Mountain Bike park is a separate cost and recommended for advanced mountaibikers)
- Bike Storage Thursday - Sunday
HOW TO BOOK YOUR STAY, RIDE & PLAY PACKAGE:
BY PHONE:
888-436-2269 (8AM-6PM)
Mention Biketemberfest Weekend Package for best rates and inclusions at the Main Lodge, The Pleasantview Suites or the Heather Highlands
ONLINE:
You MUST use the Biketemberfest Room Block Link to be registered for the ride. Include the total number of guests and names in your room. You will receive your waiver, wristband and weekend handout w/ ride map at hotel check-in. Check out multiple options for your stay with pricing for 1 - 16 people!
>>>> CLICK HERE FOR HIGHLANDS ROOM BLOCK <<<<
OPTION #2 - BIKE RIDE (NON-HOTE) OPTION: ($75) NOW $65
This option is for those that have their own lodging and includes all of the fantastically fun adventure options offered in package #1 minus the hotel room! Book Early to Save... Rates Increase Soon! Use this registration page to book your ride! ALL SALES ARE FINAL β NO REFUNDS
If you regisgter for the ride only option #2 your receipt will be emailed to the purchaser in the purchaser's name. If a purchaser is unable to attend, tickets are transferable. Registration will take place Friday Night at the welcome party in the Zoo Bar and Saturday morning before the ride in front of the Day Lodge at the Highlands. (Emails with full details will be sent the week of the ride around September 15-16th.
If you are booking Package #1 at the Highlands, they offer non-refundable and travel insurance options - check with their reservations department for details!
Looking for More Info?
Full Details atBiketemberfest.com
Still Have Questions?
Contact our freindly team!
ride@zoo-de-mack.com
Call or TEXT our friendly staff at 248.543.1000
