Join cyclists for Headwaters 100

Scenic beauty rewards active lifestyles during the Headwaters 100, held on Saturday, Sept. 23, beginning and ending at Century School in Park Rapids.

The ride is hosted by the Itascatur Outdoor Activity Club and includes well-marked 100-, 75-, and 45-mile routes through northern woods in their full autumn glory.

The 100-mile route leads through the beautiful lakes area to Itasca State Park. After a short hike to the headwaters of the Mississippi, the ride follows Wilderness Drive through the park, proceeds through Dorset, Nevis, Emmaville, Lake George and takes the Heartland Trail back to Century School.

The 75-mile route goes through Itasca State Park on Wilderness Drive and Lake George, Emmaville and Dorset before following the Heartland Trail back.

The 45-mile route passes through Emmaville, Nevis and Dorset.

Refreshments are included in the registration, with food and beverage stops along the course. T-shirts are included for early registrants.

For rules, routes, frequently-asked questions and online registration, visit www.itascutur.org. Register for the ride here: https://www.bikereg.com/headwaters100.