Mark Knutson Memorial Tour Da Lakes
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Distance
- Detroit Lake Ride · Lake Sallie Ride · Lake Melissa Ride & more
From the Organizer
Formerly the Mid-Summer Bike Tour...Summer 2023 was the launch of Tour Da Lakes!
In 2026 we will remember & honor Mark Knutson with the Mark Knutson Memorial Tour Da Lakes...a Project 412 Event. Part of the proceeds going back into the community through a donation to Project 412. https://project412mn.org/
Join us for a beautiful Saturday morning bike ride with friends, family or just by yourself! It's as competitive or non-competitive as you want it to be.
- FREE tap beer or soda after the ride at either Hub 41, Roasted or Brygge!
- Root Beer Floats for all riders (courtesy of Hub 41) at the finish line as well. 🍺🍨
Start time for ALL distances will be 8:30AM at Detroit Lakes High School! (located at 1301 Roosevelt Ave., Detroit Lakes, MN 56501)
**FOUR** DIFFERENT DISTANCES TO CHOOSE FROM (All begin and end at DL High School):
Each distance appropriately named for the Lake it takes you to!
*PLEASE NOTE: 2026 final routes may be adjusted due to West Lake Drive construction progress.
Detroit Lake - approximately 12 Miles - https://www.strava.com/routes/3372071610744363496
Lake Sallie - approximately 21.5 Miles - https://www.strava.com/routes/3372071721219616664
Lake Melissa - approximately 29 Miles - https://www.strava.com/routes/3372072769239443352
**NEW IN 2026** With the completion of the Heartland Trail along Highway 10; Acorn Lake all the way to Frazee, we have added the "Acorn Lake to Frazee + Lake Melissa" route/distance - approximately 43.5 Miles - https://www.strava.com/routes/3471937806060244464
(Riders for this distance MUST be able to keep a 15+ mph MINIMUM pace so that we have all participants back to DL High School well before Noon.)
There's a distance for everyone, and the routes are safe for all riders...Get ready to Tour Da Lakes!
Events
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
79°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Detroit Lakes 1 Nne, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Detroit Lakes, MN
Population
10,002
as of 2023
Elevation
1,370 ft
Nearest Airport
FAR
Hector International Airport · 46 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Mark Knutson Memorial Tour Da Lakes, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Mark Knutson Memorial Tour Da Lakes
- Date
- July 11, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Mark Knutson Memorial Tour Da Lakes?
- Mark Knutson Memorial Tour Da Lakes is a running race held in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota on July 11, 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 Mark Knutson Memorial Tour Da Lakes?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota at 1301 Roosevelt Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Mark Knutson Memorial Tour Da Lakes?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Mark Knutson Memorial Tour Da Lakes
Jul 11, 2026