Presented by Darke County Parks
Join us for the 3rd annual Tour de Darke!
:: August 4th, 2024 ::
Spend your Sunday morning in the saddle riding through the scenic countryside and quaint communities of Darke County.
*Event-day/Walk-in Registrations will be accepted Sunday beginning at 6:40am
Four route options for cyclists of all abilities! Come enjoy the Tecumseh Trail and surrounding countryside with us.
Staffed Rest Stops and SAG Support provided!
All roads are marked and a portion will include the Tecumseh Bike Trail, with proceeds benefitting future bike trail projects.
Tour past iconic Darke County locations such as Maid Rite and Historic Bear’s Mill.
Pre-order your Custom Cycling Jersey Today! Late orders available for post-event pickup.
EVENT DAY REGISTRATION INFORMATION
We are asking that ALL participants register early to help us with our planning and operation of this county-wide event.
We can NOT guarantee supplies for walk-in participants.
Walk-in Registrations MUST pay by credit card, no cash will be accepted.
Route Options
There are four scenic routes to appeal to all cyclists - Mini (14 miles), Lower Split (36 miles), Upper Split (40 miles), and Full (65 miles).
All routes begin and end at the Bish Discover Center.
Check in begins as early as 6:30 am (at Bish Discovery Center parking lot) See Parking Details below.
Cyclists are encouraged to finish their selected course by 1pm - please adjust your departure time depending upon course selected and anticipated pace of riding.
Click HERE to read more about each route.
All routes will be well marked and/or signed. Route maps and gps routes will be made available via email. Mobile SAG & Repair support will be provided by Countryside Bike Shop. Routes will be monitored by TdD volunteers. All routes will highlight a portion of the Tecumseh Bike Trail. Every route will feature road riding. Follow all traffic laws.
Fuel up for the ride with:
Blue Bus Coffee Roaster- 7:00am until 10:30am
Thank you 2024 sponsors
Click here to become a sponsor!
Cost & perks
Early Bird (until April 22 or sold out) registered cyclists are guaranteed to receive the BEST prices & Swag!
Mini Route - 14 miles:
Early Bird Price: $30
Receives - Discounted Price; Discounted Jersey Prices; plus standard and late price perks
Option to purchase 2024 Jersey until May 21
Standard Price: $ 35
Receives - Snazzy bracelet; plus option to purchase event t-shirt, plus late price perks
Option to purchase 2024 Jersey until May 21
Late Price: $40
Receives - Snacks; drinks and friendly volunteers
Pending inventory: Snazzy bracelet; Event shirt
Mid Route - Lower: 36 miles or Upper: 40 miles:
Early Bird Price: $35
Receives - Discounted Price; Discounted Jersey Prices; Snazzy bracelet; Event shirt; snacks; drinks and friendly volunteers
Option to purchase 2024 Jersey until May 21
Standard Price: $45
Receives - Snazzy bracelet; plus option to purchase event t-shirt, plus late price perks
Option to purchase 2024 Jersey until May 21
Late Price: $55
Receives - Snacks; drinks and friendly volunteers
Pending inventory: Snazzy bracelet; Event shirt
Full Route - 65 miles:
Early Bird Price: $35
Receives - Discounted Price; Discounted Jersey Prices; Snazzy bracelet; Event shirt; snacks; drinks and friendly volunteers
Option to purchase 2024 Jersey until May 21
Standard Price: $45
Receives - Snazzy bracelet; plus option to purchase event tshirt, plus late price perks
Option to purchase 2024 Jersey until May 21
Late Price: $55
Receives - Snacks; drinks and friendly volunteers
Pending inventory: Snazzy bracelet; Event shirt
Parking Locations
Parking is not available at registration site. We ask all cyclists to park at one of the following locations, and take the short bike ride to the registration site (Bish Discovery Center).
Parking is available at the following locations:
American Legion - 325 N Ohio St, Greenville— 600ft from Registration
VFW- 219 N Ohio St, Greenville, OH 45331—0.3 miles from Registration
Dickman’s Supply - 1425 Sater St, Greenville — 0.9miles from Registration
Prairie Ridge Meadow Preserve - 104 N Broadway St, Greenville— 1.5 miles from Registration
Once you are checked in, you can return to your vehicle to prepare for ride departure at your leisure. We can make arrangements to hold your swag bag so that you can pick them up after the Tour.
Refund Policy
Tour de Darke is held rain or shine. We understand "life happens" although we can not offer refunds due to the prior preparations/purchases that must be made well in advance of the event. If you are unsure whether you will be able to make the event - we can make arrangements to hold your swag bag so that you can pick them up at a later date. If you have questions and/or concerns please feel free to email info@darkecountyparks.org