Presque Isle Poker Pedal

Oct. 4, 2026

Fall colors, lake breezes, and a little friendly competition - October doesn’t get better than this! Join us for a scenic 13.5-mile ride around Presque Isle, where the cards you collect are just as important as the pedals you push.

Along the trail, you’ll stop at 5 iconic park locations, drawing cards to build your best poker hand.

Then roll back to Beach 1 Pavilion for prizes, music, and a picnic lunch at the park.

When: Sunday, October 4, 2026
Where: Presque Isle State Park – Erie Runner's Club Pavilion at Beach 1
Start Times: Pick your start time when you register! Groups of 25 riders will head out every 20 minutes beginning at 9:00 AM. All riders must be back by 1:30 PM.
Note: This is a rain-or-shine event—come prepared for October’s changing weather on the Peninsula!

Prizes:

Best Hand: $300
Plus 50/50 raffle & door prizes

$40 Registration Includes:

Player’s card
Event keepsake (limited to first 150 registrants)
Picnic lunch with Erie classics
Door prize entry
The joy of knowing you’re helping enhance the park you love!

Rules & Safety

All ages are welcome to ride!
Helmets are required for participants under 18 and strongly encouraged for all riders.
Riders under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Please ride safely, share the trail, and respect park guidelines.

Disclaimer

The Presque Isle Poker Pedal is a charitable fundraising event hosted by the Presque Isle Partnership. Registration fees support park enhancement projects. The “poker hand” element is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute gambling under Pennsylvania law. Prizes are awarded as part of the event experience.

Ride for fun. Ride for food. Ride for Presque Isle. Spots are limited - sign up today to save your place on the ride!

Thanks to our 2026 Sponsers!