Volunteers thoroughly sign the route indicating turns and directions. You will also receive a map at registration that clearly outlines the separate routes. If possible, a digital map will be available for downloading on cell phones.

There is no separate fee if you are riding a bicycle. Those who choose to camp or stay in the park will need to purchase a State Park Pass.

All of the roads and trails in the Headwaters 100 are paved.

There are some appreciable hills on this ride- very much a rolling terrain. The MapMyRide Headwaters 100 map page has an elevation change screen where you can track the hills and gauge the gain. Basically there is an elevation gain of 1214 feet (ride starts at 1446 feet, the highest elevation is 1651 feet.)

All riders will be responsible for providing their own helmet. Other than that all variety of non motorized bicycles are permitted.



Please note that speeds on the Heartland Trail should not exceed 20mph for safety reasons, due to the size of the trail and the amount of traffic.

The Headwaters 100 is a family friendly ride, however please keep in mind all protective equipment required for adults is also required for children, especially helmets. Also, our SAG is not equipped to transport small children so you will want to have some support available that can transport your children safely should you find you can't complete the ride. According to the Office of Traffic Safety (MN Department of Public Safety) children 8 and under and under 4' 9" must have a federally approved car seat or booster seat. (Child Passenger Restraint Law: https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/ots/laws/Pages/child-passenger-safety.aspx)

There is a drop box at the first and second stops, Itasca Park and Mantrap Conservatory. Your items will be brought back to the Century School for you to pick up after the ride. We do keep a lost and found also, so if something goes missing send us an email: webmaster@itascatur.org.

Register here: www.bikereg.org/headwaters100 Prior to the event, you can also confirm your registration by checking that link for your name. If you have difficulty registering, please contact webmaster@itascatur.org for assistance.

We do offer same-day registration. However, we strongly suggest pre-registration if you're certain you'll make the ride. Register two weeks prior to the event to receive your logo long sleeve t-shirt.

If you find you are not able to attend, please note that we do not issue refunds. Itascatur volunteers must anticipate resources and services based on the number of riders who sign up and incur numerous fixed prepaid expenses. We appreciate your support.

The weather in Park Rapids in late September is unpredictable at best! We are usually fortunate to enjoy temperatures in the 60s to 70s, however some years have seen rain (and one memorable year had a light dusting of snow!). The bottom line is that fall is usually lovely in Northern Minnesota, but the not guaranteed to be so. Please dress accordingly!

In the Park Rapids Area we do have a nice selection of hotels and local resorts. We suggest that inquiries for lodging information be directed to the  Park Rapids Chamber.

Watch for emails, postings on our Facebook page, and postings on our Itascatur website for updates on local activities.