What is the Autumn Escape Bike Trek?

For 40 years every September, hundreds of cyclists and dedicated lung health supporters have been riding along Cape Cod, MA for the American Lung Association’s Autumn Escape Bike Trek. The ride has raised millions of dollars for lung disease research, education and advocacy and continues to be an important part of the Lung Association’s history.

The rider camaraderie, along with scenic routes, lobster dinner, free beer and wine, and activities at Trek Tent City on Saturday, is what keeps folks coming back time and time again. The Autumn Escape Bike Trek has the most dedicated riders and volunteers you’ll ever meet. Register today and find your escape with us along Cape Cod, MA and help support the millions of Americans with lung disease.

Where is the ride?
Choose from one, two and three-day ride options starting and ending at Camp Burgess in Sandwich, MA. In celebration of our 40th anniversary and our addition of a new three-day option, Friday of event weekend, you’ll be bussed to another gorgeous start point at Oyster Pond Beach in Chatham, MA. You’ll ride a beautiful route back to Camp Burgess to continue your Cape Cod weekend getaway. For full ride information, visit our Event Weekend Details page.

Are meals and accommodations provided?
Accommodations at Camp Burgess and meals are provided throughout the weekend along with fully stocked rest stops on the route each day. For full ride information, visit our Event Weekend Details page.

Is there a minimum fundraising requirement?

  • Three-day ride: $750 per person & $95 registration fee
  • Two-day ride: $500 per person & $75 registration fee
  • One-day ride: $250 per person & $55 registration fee
    *Register by April 30th to save up to $30 on fees!
  • Cycle Your Way virtual ride: Must raise $250 or more to receive event t-shirt and medal (mailed to you after the event)
  • Volunteers: no fundraising required
  • Donations are accepted online and at the event. Checks made payable to the American Lung Association can be mailed to our local office. Please include a note with your name and team name (if applicable) when mailing checks to ensure they are properly credited to your personal or team fundraising:

American Lung Association
Attn: AEBT
260 West Exchange Street, Suite 102B
Providence, RI 02903

To learn more about the American Lung Association’s cycling events, visit CycleForAir.org.

Thank You to Our Local Sponsors

Daiichi Sankyo
Marion Manufacturing Bartlett Design
Mayflower Brewing Co. Milford Bicycle
Cool 102 WCOD

National Sponsors

National Corporate Team Partner

Kindred Hospitals

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