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24th annual lainie weade memorial
ride the historic tugaloo river corridor

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Photo credit:"Broken Bridges"
Andy Griner Photography

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Saturday, October 17, 2026

9 am Check in 10 am Ride

Tugaloo Bend Park

2104 Yonah Dam Rd.

Toccoa, GA

Tour de Tugaloo  - at Tugaloo Bend ​

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After a very successful inaugural ride from Tugaloo Bend Park in 2025,  the Tour de Tugaloo Benefit Ride will again start at the Park.  There was so much positive feedback about the smaller ride, beautiful park and great after ride festivities that is was a must in 2026.  â€‹

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THE RIDE - A casual ride on beautiful and less traveled roads along the scenic Tugaloo River in GA and SC.  Travel though the Historic Tugaloo Corridor to see many landmarks dating back to the late 1800s.  

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Routes: 21, 37 and 53 mile routes​​​    See the Route page for more details.

 

POST RIDE EVENT (included with registration) : Then after your ride, stay and enjoy Chili at the Bend at Tugaloo Bend Park with delicious food, cold drinks, and live music in the beautiful natural setting of the 87-acre Tugaloo Bend Park. 

 

While there, you can check out our nature trails, amenities and the NEW multi-purpose Discovery Center. 

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RIDE GUILT FEE: Bring your family along to join the fall fun at the Park. There's a natural play area with swings and climbing structures for the kiddos or 4 miles of hiking trails on the park grounds to stretch your legs.  

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Over the years, the Tour de Tugaloo proceeds have helped develop Tugaloo Bend Park into a special place.

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RIDE AMENITIES

In keeping with tradition, we've got you covered!

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Friendly and well stocked SAG stop featuring our famous baked goods

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SAG vehicle support 

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Bathroom facilities

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Discount for early registration

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​Long sleeve shirt guaranteed with registration by Oct. 6th​

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Post ride meal and entertainment - Chili at the Bend with live music​

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DATE

Saturday, October 17, 2026

 

TIMES

9:00 check-in opens

10:00 ride starts​

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WHERE

Tugaloo Bend Park / 2104 Yonah Dam Rd. / Toccoa, GA 30577

NOTE:  Apple Maps shows the address as 2104 Prather Bridge Road

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ROUTES

21, 37 or 53 miles 

 

REGISTRATION​

Registration will be limited to 150 riders​. ​

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Rain or Shine​

Entry fees are non-refundable

Register Early! Ride is limited to 150 registrants

2025 Sponsors

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In loving memory of
our friend, longtime volunteer and "Anonymous Baker"
Glenn Benzing
7.10.1956 - 8.12.2020
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We miss you
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and Friends

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