Race Across America 2023: Lake of the Ozarks Chosen as One of the Stops. The prestigious Race Across America (RAAM) is set to embark on its 42nd edition, challenging ultracyclists from around the world to push their limits in a grueling endurance race. Starting in Oceanside, California, under the iconic pier, RAAM spans over 3,000 miles, crossing 12 states, and finishes at City Dock in Annapolis, Maryland. This year, the race organizers have chosen Lake of the Ozarks as one of the stops along this epic journey.