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Loop the Lake - A bike ride to benefit our lakes

Date
June 20, 2026
Distance
Loop the Lake - Single Rider · Loop the Lake - VIRTUAL/MAILED SHIRT · Loop the Lake - No Shirt Option & more
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From the Organizer

Support clean, healthy lakes with Clean Lakes Alliance’s 14th Annual Loop the Lake Bike Ride. Join us in person on the official Monona Lake Loop by starting and ending at the East Side Club on Saturday, June 20th, 2026.

 

Loop the Lake is more than a bike ride – it’s an opportunity for our community to rally around our lakes! All registered participants* will receive a super-soft event t-shirt, while supplies last (Shirt sizes range from youth small to adult 3XL). Event proceeds will support Clean Lakes Alliance’s work to protect and improve our lakes through on-the-ground projects, educational programs, and water quality monitoring.

 

REGISTER SIX (6) RIDERS AND RECEIVE 25% OFF! DISCOUNT WILL BE APPLIED AT CHECKOUT AFTER ADDING INFORMATION FOR SIX OR MORE RIDERS. Not valid for Virtual Riders, No Shirt Option, or combinable with other discounts.

 

Registering from out of town and need a place to stay? Check out Discover Monona for all your lodging needs.

 

*Loop the Lake is a rain or shine event, your registration is considered a donation and is non-refundable

Events

Loop the Lake - Single Rider9 AMRegister →
Loop the Lake - VIRTUAL/MAILED SHIRT9 AMRegister →
Loop the Lake - No Shirt Option9 AMRegister →
Staff & Volunteers9 AMRegister →

Weather

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

80°

Typical Low

58°

Chance of Rain

39%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Uw Arboretum - Madison, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:19 AMSunset 8:41 PMDaylight 15h 22m

Host City

About Madison, WI

Population

275,568

as of 2023

Elevation

871 ft

Nearest Airport

MSN

Dane County Regional Truax Field · 6 mi

Major Hub

MKE

General Mitchell International Airport · 77 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Loop the Lake - A bike ride to benefit our lakes, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

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Race
Loop the Lake - A bike ride to benefit our lakes
Date
June 20, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Loop the Lake - A bike ride to benefit our lakes?
Loop the Lake - A bike ride to benefit our lakes is a running race held in Madison, Wisconsin on June 20, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Loop the Lake - A bike ride to benefit our lakes?
Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Madison, Wisconsin at Olbrich Park, Madison, WI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Loop the Lake - A bike ride to benefit our lakes?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Loop the Lake - A bike ride to benefit our lakes

Jun 20, 2026

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