Century Rides in Michigan
The comprehensive 2026 directory of 100-mile centuries, metric centuries (62 miles), and endurance cycling tours across Michigan.
Cycling in Michigan: Terrain & Route Overview
With more freshwater coastline than any other state, Michigan is a dream destination for century cyclists. Bounded by Lakes Michigan, Huron, Superior, and Erie, century rides here feature refreshing lake breezes, dramatic sand dunes, and dense hardwood canopies. Popular routes in the Lower Peninsula wind through the rolling cherry orchards and vineyards of Old Mission and Leelanau peninsulas, while southern Michigan offers rolling rural agricultural circuits with smooth asphalt and light traffic. In the Upper Peninsula, remote roads take cyclists past waterfalls, rugged shoreline cliffs, and boreal forests. The cycling season shines brightest from June through September, with long daylight hours and pleasant temperatures that make 100 miles fly by.
Terrain Characteristics: Great Lakes coastal dune corridors, rolling northern fruit orchards, and dense Upper Peninsula boreal forests.
Riding Season & Weather: May through October.
π Michigan Century Rides Map
22 Plotted EventsApple Cider Century
SeptemberOne-day bicycle tour through orchards, forests, and wine country in and around Three Oaks, Michigan, with routes of 15, 25, 37, 50, 62, 75, or 100 miles.
Assenmacher 100
AugustThe Assenmacher 100 is a recreational and social fun bicycle ride through the farmland and villages of mid-Michigan.
BFK's Fall Bike Celebration
SeptemberBFK's Fall Bike Celebration offers a cycling experience unlike any other, featuring routes over the longest covered wooden bridge in Michigan, historic grist mill, and romantic banks of the mill pond, with a chance to explore the Amish country of northern Indiana and experience two states of mind.
Big Bear Butt Cruise
AugustA one day road bike ride throughout scenic Manistee and Benzie Counties, featuring 4 different rides, including a 100k ride, with scenic views of Lake Michigan and the Manistee River.
Bikes & Beers Kalamazoo / Bell's Century
AugustScenic countryside ride departing from Bell's Brewery with metric and full century options.
Coast to Coast Gravel Grinder
MayChallenging 204-mile and 100-mile gravel race/ride linking Lake Huron to Lake Michigan.
Cornerstone 100
SeptemberThe Cornerstone 100 Lake Erie Bicycle Tour will take place on September 12th, 2026, starting and ending at Monroe County Community College, Monroe, Michigan. The ride will take you through the most communities in Monroe County, with a rest stop at the City of Luna Pier, located directly on Lake Erie.
DALMAC
SeptemberMichigan's Epic Labor Day Weekend Bicycle Tour, 7 routes from Lansing to Mackinaw City, fully supported, camping, and bikepacking event.
Dirty Donut Race
JuneThe Dirty Donut is a family fun event that takes place on dirt roads with 6 different distances, including a 100-mile ride. Competitors can win in various ways, including speed, donut eating, and more.
Holland 100
JulyCycle through West Michiganβs beautiful countryside and small towns. Explore the beauty of Michiganβs Lakeshore from scenic lakes to wooded trails.
Kalamazoo Scenic Bicycle Tour (KalTour)
JuneThe Kalamazoo Scenic Bicycle Tour (KalTour) features the scenic and varied roads and landscapes of Kalamazoo County, with routes of 62, 50, 31, and 10 miles.
Lakeshore Harvest Ride
SeptemberThis is the best time for a Michigan bike tour. September graces Southwest Michigan with dryer, cooler weather. The summer crowds have ebbed, but our harbor towns of Saugatuck/Douglas and South Haven are still bustling with cultural events and outdoor adventures.
Le Tour de Shore
JuneLe Tour de Shore is a 2-day, 100 mile bicycle touring event from Chicago to New Buffalo, Michigan. Proceeds to benefit Arts and Fitness for Kids at Maywood Fine Arts.
Leelanau Harvest Tour
SeptemberPedal through Scenic Leelanau County. Satisfy your senses in one of the premier cycling destinations in the USA! This isnβt just any tour, itβs a voyage guiding you through the Leelanau Peninsula, taking you on a one-day journey through the countryside with stunning Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan views.
Midwest Tandem Rally
SeptemberA short description was not provided.
ODRAM
AugustJoin us as we ride across the state of Michigan on Saturday, August 8, 2026, starting at the Double JJ Resort in Rothbury and finishing at Bay City State Park.
One Helluva Ride
JulyJoin us for a day of scenic bicycle touring over tree-lined roads or beautiful gravel trails. The routes wind through rural and recreation areas and vary enough to appeal to a broad range of cyclists.
Pedal & Whine Albion Malleable Tour
AugustRide through scenic, low traffic paved and gravel routes with a post-ride meal provided by Albion Malleable Brewing Company. Experience the small-town hospitality and quiet roads around Albion, Michigan.
Ride Around Torch (RAT)
JulyScenic loop around turquoise Torch Lake, Grand Traverse Bay, and chain-of-lakes country.
Rode To Hell Gravel Bike Race
OctoberFour distances. One destination. Choose your suffering β 22 to 100 miles of pure Michigan gravel adventure.
Tour de Cure: Michigan
JuneJoin the American Diabetes Association along with your friends, family, and colleagues as we ride in support of people living with diabetes.
Tour de Leelanau (Leelanau Peninsula Tour)
AugustStunning coastal and vineyard route wrapping the Leelanau Peninsula and Lake Michigan shoreline.