From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find gravel events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
Petoskey to Wilderness: A Fully Supported 3-Day Bikepacking Adventure
Ride the Lake Michigan shoreline, camp under the stars, and experience bikepacking—
without the stress of figuring it all out yourself.
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Over three days, we’ll follow the Lake Michigan shoreline, roll through small towns, share good meals, and end at the edge of the state in Wilderness State Park. It’s not about speed or mileage—it’s about slowing down, getting outside, and enjoying the ride.
This is bikepacking, the J.P. Wanderwheels way: simple, supported, and built for connection.
This is a fully supported, guided bikepacking trip designed to take the guesswork out of your first (or next) adventure.
We handle the logistics so you can focus on riding, relaxing, and taking it all in.
This ride is a great fit if you:
Are comfortable riding ~20–40 miles per day
Are curious about bikepacking (even if you’ve never done it before)
Want an adventure—but not a sufferfest
Appreciate good people, good food, and a good route
From Bayshore Park in Petoskey, we’ll roll onto the rail trail, cruising a mostly flat route of pavement and crushed limestone, with plenty of tree cover along the way.
Your registration includes:
? Curated 3-day route through northern MIchigan
? Ride support + experienced guides (Jim & Pete)
? Meals + snacks during the trip
? Camps + overnight logistics handled
? A small group experience (limited to ~10–12 riders)
All for just $130 per rider
Day 1
We roll out of Petoskey and settle into the rhythm of the ride—lake views, conversation, and the kind of miles that feel good. Desitnation: Wilderness State Park. This place is something special – sandy beaches stretching along Lake Michigan, big skies, and a group campsite we can confidently say is the nicest we’ve ever experienced.
Day 2
Enjoy the park. See the sites. Maybe visit Mackinaw City if we're feeling it.
Day 3
We make our way back to Petoskey, reminiscing about our wonderful Wilderness wander.
FAQ
Do I need bikepacking experience?
What kind of bike do I need?
What’s included with food?
What gear do I need?
What if I’m on the fence?
June 11–14
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Trivium Racing has been dreaming of producing this epic event for years, and we’re thrilled to finally unveil our exciting new race plan. This event will feature a 100-Mile, 100-Kilometer, and 50-Kilometer Ultra, as well as a relay option for the 100-Mile. The highlight of this course will be crossing the top of Michigan's lower peninsula from Lake Michigan to Lake Huron. The 100-Mile course will be point-to-point, beginning in Petoskey and concluding in Alpena. The 100k course will also be a point to point race finishing in Alpena. Our 50K race will feature an out and back course from Alpena that will have very manageable cutoffs and great running surfaces! Athletes will navigate a variety of terrain, including single-track trails, gravel roads, limestone paths, and seasonal roads. While no 100-mile race is ever easy (and we know you wouldn’t want it to be), our goal is to make this event as approachable as possible for first-timers while still delivering a rewarding experience for
seasoned vets. Special awards will be given to those finishing the 100-mile race in under 24 hours, and we’ll also have a generous cutoff time to encourage more participants to tackle this incredible course. You can expect frequent, well-stocked aid stations approximately every 5 to 8 miles to keep you fueled and supported throughout the race.