Spin the Lakes 2026

About the Event

The Spin the Lakes cycling tour is a premier fundraising event held in Huntsville, Ontario, benefiting the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Muskoka-Parry Sound. Scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026, the tour takes cyclists through the picturesque landscapes of the Muskoka Lakes region. Starting and ending at the Hidden Valley Resort, the event offers four distinct distances to accommodate everyone from elite endurance athletes to casual family riders. Proceeds directly support over 30 specialized mental health and addiction programs within the local community.

Route Distance	Start Time	Target Level	Key Features
180 KM	8:00 AM	Endurance/Expert	Challenging climbs & forests
100 KM	8:45 AM	Intermediate/Seasoned	Loop around Lake of Bays
57 KM	9:30 AM	Beginner/Intermediate	Gentle hills & lakeside flats
20 KM	9:30 AM	Family/Casual	Peaceful backroads

Event Logistics and Participant Information:

-- Inclusions: Every registration covers the participant's bib number, access to pre-ride coffee and tea, fully stocked water and refreshment stations, and a post-ride buffet lunch provided by Hidden Valley Resort.
-- Support Services: On-course support, including first aid stations and SAG (support and gear) vehicles, is available to all riders until 5:00 PM.
-- Registration and Kit Pick-up: Participants can pick up their cycle tour kits on Friday, May 22, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, or on race morning starting at 7:00 AM at the resort.
-- Fundraising Incentives: The event sets a goal of CA$10,000. The top 10 individual fundraisers are eligible for exclusive gift card rewards as a token of appreciation for their efforts.
-- Navigation: Riders are encouraged to download the Strava app to access and follow the official route maps during the tour.
-- Accommodation: Discounted room rates are available at the Hidden Valley Resort for participants who identify themselves as part of the "Spin" event when booking.
-- Post-Race Amenities: Cyclists have the option to access the resort pool after their ride for a nominal fee.
-- Contact: For registration assistance or sponsorship details, the event contact is Nicole Chaput at 705-746-4264 Ext. 2280.

Spin the Lakes combines the physical challenge of cycling with a deep commitment to community well-being, offering a scenic and impactful way to support mental health services in the Muskoka-Parry Sound region.

Races Offered

100KM Route

May 23, 2026

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$192.87

180KM Route

May 23, 2026

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Distance — 180K

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08:00

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$192.87

20KM Route

May 23, 2026

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Distance — 20K

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08:00

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$192.87

57KM Route

May 23, 2026

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Distance — 57K

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Type — Cycling

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08:00

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$192.87

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Huntsville.

thermostat Temperature

6.7° / 17.8°

wb_sunny Feels like

3.6° / 14.9°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

10h 24m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.7 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

11.0 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.2)

humidity_mid Humidity

69.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:45

nightlight Sunset

20:40

About Huntsville

Learn more about the host city, Huntsville.

Huntsville, a town with a population of about 21,100 (2021), is the largest community in the Muskoka District of Ontario, Canada, making it the hub for many vacations and outdoor adventures in cottage country.