Western US Gravel Races and Rides Calendar (UT, ID, MT, NV, AZ, CO, WY, NM, CA)

September 6, 2025 — Morganzo 55 Gravel Grinder, Belgrade, MT, Gravel grinder, 55 miles, unsupported, Start time: 8am, Location: corner of Dry Creek Rd & Theisen Rd just north of Belgrade, MT, Kirk Ahlberg, [email protected], montanacycling.net, morganzo55.com

September 6, 2025 — Gunni Grinder , Gunnison, CO, An epic 118 mile race/ride starting in and finishing near downtown Gunnison, CO and follows some of Gunnison County’s most challenging, remote and scenic gravel and dirt roads. If you don’t have the miles but still want a challenge, The Gunni 60 (ish) and Gunni 30 will give riders a taste of what gravel riding in Gunnison County is all about. Although some paved roads are necessary, the vast majority (about 90%) of the course will be on gravel and dirt roads. Some of these roads receive little to no maintenance and can change drastically after heavy rains and/or snowfall. Riders are encouraged to be fully prepared for any and all conditions. The route is remote and therefore, will include signage to help prevent riders from getting off course., Joel Grimmett, 512-751-8940, [email protected], thegunnigrinder.com

September 6-7, 2025 — The Crippler, Ca�on City, CO, 65 Miles, 5000 Feet of Climbing, a Colorado-style gravel road race that will provide amazing scenery with panoramic views while simultaneously pushing your limits for climbing and descent., Adam Spahr, 619-780-1138, [email protected], thecrippler.bike

September 6, 2025 — Big Horn Road, Gypsum, CO, Stone Sheep – 80 miles, 5K vert, Dall Sheep (e-bike friendly) – 31 miles, 1.6K vert, Jake Wells, 970.390.9682, [email protected], bighornevents.com

September 6, 2025 — Lassen Gravel Adventure Ride, Susanville, CA, Features a variety of surfaces, including smooth gravel and technical 2-track roads. The route includes climbs, flat sections, and descents. Riders will pass through pine forests, mountain meadows, and follow the Susan River, going through two historic train tunnels on the Bizz Johnson Trail. The long course passes near two high-altitude lakes. There are three course options for different skill levels and several rest stops. The ride is 97% gravel and is not a race, Bizz , 530-310-5013, [email protected], bizzrunningcompany.com/lassengraveladventureride/

September 6, 2025 — Grand Canyon Grinder, Tusayan, AZ, starts and ends in the town of Tusayan – community nestled in the Kaibab Forest just a mile from the main entrance to the Grand Canyon. The course heads south from Tusayan towards Valle on 30 miles of pristine gravel roads, then east towards the Arizona Trail – Coconino Rim. The final connection to the finish line will take you back to the town of Tusayan on 32 miles of the AZT also known as the historic stagecoach line that opened the Grand Canyon to the world., Steve Sanchez, 602-639-0063, [email protected], bearjawevents.com

September 7, 2025 — Ride the Cog, Hayden, CO, fundraiser for the Hayden Museum, Hayden Museum , 970-276-4380, [email protected], ridethecog.com

September 7, 2025 — Dirty Buff Buffalo Bicycle Classic, Boulder, CO, The Elevations Credit Union Buffalo Bicycle Classic is a scholarship fundraiser for CU Boulder. We have 5 road courses, 2 gravel courses and a family ride. Our Epic routes head up Boulder Canyon which is closed to traffic. Ride Bikes. Change Lives, Jenny Anderson, 303-898-8900, [email protected], buffalobicycleclassic.com

September 12-14, 2025 — Mammoth Tuff Gravel, Mammoth Lakes, CA, The short course is around 45 miles with 2,000 feet of climbing and will circle the famous caldera. The long course is around 100 miles with 8,000 feet of elevation gain and travels through the Volcanic Tableland formed by the Long Valley Caldera., Amanda Naumann, [email protected], mammothtuff.com

September 13-14, 2025 — Mountains to Meadows, Lost Sierra Triple Crown, Mt. Shasta, CA, The perfect blend of enduro. Grinduro Saturday with four timed stages on a mix of dirt road and singletrack over the course of 55 miles and over 8,000 feet of gain. Followed by a Sunday MTB/eDuro with up to 5 timed stages, all on beautiful and flowy Lost Sierra singletrack. On site camping and live music make for a one of a kind enduro festival., Greg Williams, [email protected], Kyle Stone, [email protected], grinduro.com

September 13, 2025 — WYO 131 Gravel Grinder, Wyoming Gravel Grinder Series, Lander, WY, The race rolls out from the heart of Lander, Wyoming, and dives deep into the rugged beauty of the high desert and subalpine Wind River Range. With sweeping views, historic backroads, and wide-open skies, this is gravel racing in its rawest, most rewarding form. 4 distances�13.1, 45, 75, and 131 miles�offer something for every rider. The legendary 131-mile course brings over 10,000 feet of climbing, remote stretches, and some of the finest gravel in the West. It’s a true test of endurance and self-reliance. Free kids race, featuring both pedal and strider bike divisions, brings big energy and small wheels to the start line. It’s a full weekend celebration of bikes, community, and the spirit of the West., Gwen Robson, 307-330-3002, [email protected], wyo131.com

September 13, 2025 — Pinewood Showdown, Show Low, AZ, Held at scenic Wilderness Ranch, 25, 50, or 100 mile routes, Seth Bush, 505-554-0059, [email protected], ziarides.com

September 14, 2025 — Walla Walla Grit, CANCELED, Walla Walla, WA, This Grit has three course lengths which include long, medium, and short routes. The long course starts at 6 a.m., medium begins at 8 a.m., and the short course commences at 9 a.m., 45, 65, 96 mile options, Michael Austin, 509-386-1149, 509-525-4949, 57@[email protected], Kathryn Austin, 509-964-8951, [email protected], wallawallagrit.com

September 19-21, 2025 — Last Grizzly Gravel, CANCELED for 2025, Ogden, UT, The adventure starts in Northern Utah before heading across the border into Idaho traversing the the Bear Mountain Range in Wasatch/Cache National Forest. Come witness the amazing brilliance of golds of the high aspens to the cobalt colors of Northern Utah’s famous Bear Lake., Chad Sperry, [email protected], lastgrizzlygravel.com

September 20, 2025 — East Idaho Epic, Idaho Falls, ID, 400 mile gravel bikepacking event from Idaho Falls to Logan, UT and back., Jonathan Black, [email protected], facebook.com/groups/395163851082311

September 20, 2025 — USA Cycling Gravel National Championships, La Cresent, MN, USAC Events , 719-434-4200, [email protected], usacycling.org

September 20, 2025 — The Mane Event Gravel Grinder, Sheridan, WY, The Mane Event Gravel Grinder is a fall gravel cycling event held annually. It offers a variety of courses designed to cater to cyclists of all skill levels, making it an ideal event for both seasoned racers and casual cyclists. 25/54/78 mile courses. Proceeds go to local non-profits, Erik Kulvinskas, 307-429-0097, [email protected], maneeventgravel.com

September 21, 2025 — Infestation Gravel, Palo Alto, CA, an untimed fondo-style event traversing the peninsula’s finest gravel! A mass start will be limited to 150 riders, 54mi/87km 5800ft/1900m, Team Roaring Mouse , [email protected], teamroaringmouse.com/infestation

September 27, 2025 — Wasatch All-Road Bicycle Race, Francis, UT, New date! (changed due to fire danger) Featuring the toughest climb in gravel: the Wasatch Wall!� The new courses take you through private dirt roads of Wolf Creek Ranch. Choose from 100, 58, and 31 mile courses (the mini yeti bypasses the wall, phew!), Breanne Nalder-Harward, [email protected], utahgravelseries.com

September 27, 2025 — Boise Gravel Gala, Boise, ID, 61, 80, and 105 mile gravel options, Chris Stuart, [email protected] , boisegravelgala.com

October 3-4, 2025 — Belgian Waffle Ride – Hendersonville, Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel, Hendersonville, NC, , Michael Marckx, 760-815-0927, [email protected], belgianwaffleride.bike

October 4-5, 2025 — October Trek, Weiser, ID, 2 day mountain bike gravel ride, 86 mile rails-to-trails conversion trail from New Meadows to Weiser, Idaho. Supported ride with meals and camping., Ron Hundahl, 208-566-1025 , 208-253-4433, [email protected], Pat Trainor, 208-253-4433, 208-571-7447, [email protected], weiserrivertrail.org/octobertrek.html, kotaho.com/octobertrekinformation/

October 4, 2025 — AlKemist Gravel Fest, Mandan, ND, Combine your love for cycling with the changing of the seasons at the AlKemist Gravel Fest. This event will have you climbing your way out of the Missouri River Valley onto the bluffs of Morton County. The 55-mile course will test you with minimum maintenance roads, fast descents and some of the longest climbs around, but your effort does not go unrewarded as the views are spectacular as well. Held at Graner Park – Sugarloaf Bottoms, Melissa Marquardt, 701-221-9833, [email protected], 701cycleandsport.com

October 7, 2025 — Huntsman World Senior Games Gravel Race, St. George, UT, 25 to 50 miles, Jason Ranoa, 800-562-1268, 435-674-0550, [email protected], seniorgames.net

October 11, 2025 — Grassroots Gravel, Pueblo, CO, 15, 40, 75, & 110 mile routes, Adam Davidson, 970-373-8799, [email protected], grassrootsgravel.com

October 18, 2025 — Chino Grinder, Chino Valley, AZ, Endurance Cycling Event- Gravel road cycling adventure with 150, 115, 62, 44 and 25 mile options., Shannon Lindner, 602-363-7725, [email protected], Jake Hernandez, 602-363-7725, [email protected], shendocatracing.com

October 18, 2025 — Rexy, Queen of the Desert!, Fruita, CO, A Point-to-Point ride from Moab, Cisco, or the Utah border to Downtown Fruita, Co. Amazing gravel, bonfire finish, food, beer, and music. Do you have what it takes to tame her? Here are your options: 200 mile solo or relay team, 100 mile Moe solo or relay, 50 mile solo, Morgan Murri, 303-475-6053, [email protected], desertgravel.com

October 18, 2025 — Heart of Gold Gravel, Nevada City, CA, Clemence Heymelot, 707-560-1122, [email protected], heartofgoldgravel.com

October 23-26, 2025 — Spirit World 100, Patagonia, AZ, 10 hours to ride your gravel bike from Patagonia, Arizona to the border of Mexico and back, 100, 80, or 50 miles, 3 days, Group Rides, Camping, Regional Food trucks, Coffee, Beer, Wine, Heidi Rentz, [email protected], thespiritworld100.com

October 25, 2025 — Day of the Tread Bosque Boneshaker Gravel, Albuquerque, NM, The Bone Shaker Gravel Grinder which will be held on Saturday, October 28. The event features 7-, 17- and 34-mile routes. Proceeds will benefit Make A Wish Foundation New Mexico, the Carrie Tingley Hospital Foundation and other non-profit organizations that benefit New Mexico’s young people., Joanie Griffin, 505-261-4444, [email protected], dayofthetread.com

October 25, 2025 — Bovine Classic, Atascadero, CA, Three Routes, One Incredible Experience: Big Bovine: 88 miles, 8,400’ of climbing (for the truly ambitious); Feisty Bovine: 63 miles, 5,200’ of climbing (serious but not insane); Happy Bovine: 45 miles, 3,300’ of climbing (perfect for gravel adventures without the suffering), Clemence Heymelot, 707-560-1122, [email protected], thebovineclassic.com

November 9, 2025 — Goblin Valley Gravel Ride, Elevation Culture Race Series, Hanksville, Utah, 56, 72, and 111 km options, Part of the Goblin Valley Dirt Festival weekend experience that you do not want to miss. Ride along an ancient place featuring thousands of Hoodoos referred to as Goblins, which are formations of mushroom-shaped rock pinnacles. Capture views of historic mining ghost towns, and ancient petroglyphs along the rock faces. This picturesque environment will be a sight to see as you ride throughout the protected Utah landscape, Eric Chrisman, [email protected], runsignup.com/Race/UT/GreenRiver/GoblinValleyGravelRide, elevationculture.com

January 25, 2026 — Low Gap Gravel, Grasshopper Adventure Series, Ukiah, CA, 48 miles, 6,164 feet elevation. Join us for an epic mixed terrain adventure that has become a �Hopper Classic�. Exactly half pavement and half dirt, the final 22 miles of dirt will be off the hook! The epitome of Nor Cal adventure riding., Miguel Crawford, [email protected], grasshopperadventureseries.com

February 1, 2026 — Old Man Winter Bike Rally, Lyons, CO, An epic winter adventure featuring 50 K or 100 K of rolling gravel roads, classic Boulder County climbs, fast tarmac, and the infamous Rowena Trail, Josh Kravetz, 303-408-0747, [email protected], oldmanwinterrally.com

February 21, 2026 — Huffmaster Hopper, Grasshopper Adventure Series, Maxwell, CA, 88.8 miles, 4,842 feet or 53.7 miles, 3,085 feet elevation gain. Join us for the classic Huffmaster Hopper starting in Maxwell, California. West of Hwy 5 and east of the Mendocino National Forest lies miles of rolling gravel roads and lightly traveled tarmac. Both routes are 50/50 paved/gravel., Miguel Crawford, [email protected], grasshopperadventureseries.com

February 27-March 28, 2026 — Belgian Waffle Ride – Arizona, Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel, Cave Creek, AZ, First stop of Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel, Only 1,000 spots to race on the spectacular �unroad’ course.’Pain and suffering will commence at 7am featuring one wave start for all – there are three event distances. Waffles are served at 5 am. The Expo will open on Friday and run throughout the duration of the event until the beers, jeers and awards are distributed for all the day’s heroic efforts, Michael Marckx, 760-815-0927, [email protected], belgianwaffleride.bike

March 6-7, 2026 — Valley of Tears Texas Gravel, Turkey, TX, Embark on a thrilling journey through the historic Valley of Tears in Texas, a legendary land steeped in tales of endurance and survival. This rugged terrain, once the backdrop of dramatic historical events, now sets the stage for the ultimate test of grit. We will feature 3 different route options — a 44 mile, 70 mile, and 115 mile route., Valley of Tears , [email protected], valleyoftearsgravel.com

March 7, 2026 — Roxsand Gravel, St. George, UT, 25-mile ride weaving through the picturesque dirt roads surrounding the breathtaking Gunlock Reservoir, Aaron Metler, 435-627-4054, [email protected], sgcity.org/races/roxsandgravel

March 19-21, 2026 — True GRIT Epic Gravel Race, National Ultra Endurance Mountain Bike Series (NUE) 100 and Marathon SE, Santa Clara, UT, A Llong, tough, and technical early-season racing tradition. 80% off-road, 84 miles, and 9000 ft of climbing. Also, stage race combining mtb and gravel races, Cimarron Chacon, [email protected], truegritepic.com

March 28, 2026 — King Ridge (Grasshopper Greatest Hits), Grasshopper Adventure Series, Sonoma County, CA, 91 mi. 9,116 ft. (Long), 3 Timed Segments. 65 mi. 5,807 ft. (Short), 2 Timed Segments. Grasshopper is back in SoCo! Celebrate the Series Finale with a 3 segment (2 for the short course) all-road adventure. Bohemian Hwy-Joy Rd.-Coleman Valley-Meyers Grade-Fort Ross-Kruse (dirt)-Hauser Bridge-King Ridge., Miguel Crawford, [email protected], grasshopperadventureseries.com

April 12, 2026 — Bedrock Valley Gravel Ride, Elevation Culture Race Series, Hemet, CA, 108K, 72K, 36K, 10K kids, A Gravel Ride experience around Diamond Valley Lake, 1,2, or 3 loops. This is truly a historic ride in an ancient place. This area’s heritage begins during the Ice Age where the most concentrated number of Mastodons once roamed the earth. The remains of hundreds of Mastodons and other prehistoric dinosaurs were discovered in the bedrock of where the lake now rests, Eric Chrisman, [email protected], runsignup.com/Race/CA/Hemet/BedrockValleyGravelRide, elevationculture.com

April 25, 2026 — Desert Gravel, Fruita, CO, The Co2uT chemical equation can be broken down as follows: Co=Colorado, 2=to, uT=Utah. This kick-ass gravel race will take you from Colorado to Utah…and back. Designed by a long-time western-slope local, each route offers mind-blowing, gravel-loving terrain, quad-busting hills, breathtaking views, wildlife cameos, epic adventure and of course, fun., TransRockies , 866-373-3376, [email protected], Morgan Murri, 303-475-6053, [email protected], desertgravel.com

April 25-26, 2026 — Whiskey Tango Fondo, Independence, CA, 50, 70, 100 mile routes in the Alabama Hills, foothills to the Sierras. Highlight: Whitney Portal Rd climb, Phil Gaimon, [email protected], WTF , [email protected], whiskeytangofondo.com

April 26, 2026 — Gorge Gravel Grinder, Dufur, OR, Gorge Gravel is the perfect early-season ride that is perfect for beginners and seasoned gravel gurus with three distance options., Chad Sperry, [email protected], oregongravelgrinder.com

April 26, 2026 — Jackson Forest Grasshopper Adventure Series, Grasshopper Adventure Series, Casper, CA, Held at Jackson State Demonstration Forest, Miguel Crawford, [email protected], grasshopperadventureseries.com

May 2-3, 2026 — Belgian Waffle Ride – Del Mar, Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel, Del Mar, CA, Second stop of Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel, Del Mar Polo Fields. This scenic venue offers expansive festival grounds and stunning coastal routes, making it the perfect location for an unforgettable experience. Riders will encounter fresh road and unroad sectors through coastal canyons, Rancho Santa Fe’s bucolic landscapes, the Coast to Crest Trail, and the Del Dios Gorge; plus, many of event’s infamous unroads., Michael Marckx, 760-815-0927, [email protected], belgianwaffleride.bike

May 2, 2026 — Utah Summer Games Gravel Race, Utah Summer Games Cycling, Cedar City, UT, Gravel Race, Danny Hall, 435-865-8423, [email protected], Justin Daniels, 801-673-6315, [email protected], utahsummergames.org

May 2-3, 2026 — Moab Fondo Fest, Moab Bike Fest, Moab, UT, Gear up for double the adventure at the Moab Fondo Fest! Enjoy a 50-mile Gran Fondo on Saturday or a thrilling 50-mile Gravel Fondo on Sunday. Choose one or conquer both, TransRockies , 866-373-3376, [email protected], granfondomoab.com

May 10, 2026 — Dirty Edge Gravel 50K, Fruita, CO, Riding the Dirty Edge will make you realize why 18 Road is world class. With expansive views of the beautiful Bookcliffs you will ride through the endless gravel roads of the North Fruita Desert before attacking the back canyon section of the Edge Loop. This mix of smooth gravel, sporty fun, and gorgeous vistas will make The Dirty Edge a Fruita classic. Racers will feel supported with three aid stations, finisher medals and age group awards. Sunny and dry, springtime in Fruita is the perfect time to experience the desert on a bike. This race is part of the Adventure Fest at 18 Road and includes admission to all of the weekend events!, Reid Delman, 303-249-1112, [email protected], Kyla Claudell, 303-249-1112, [email protected], geminiadventures.com

May 16-17, 2026 — Santa Fe Century Gravel Rides, Santa Fe, NM, Gravel Ride/Distance options of Gravelon (55 mile), or the Gravelito (25 mile) on Rowe Mesa, Santa Fe Century , 505-490-6387, [email protected], santafecentury.com

May 16, 2026 — Volcano Fire Road 120k Gravel Grinder, , Veyo, UT, Fun and challenging ravel race! 75 miles with 6200’ climbing in the beautiful Pine Valley area north of St George. 56% dirt, 44% pavement. Solo or 2x relay. Famous Veyo Pie at the finish line!, Deborah Bowling, 818-889-2453, [email protected], gravelgrinder.com

May 16, 2026 — Wild Horse Gravel, De Beque, CO, Looking to ride some wild west gravel? Ride Wild Horse Gravel this May and choose your own adventure on Colorado’s Western Slope with both a 65- or 30-mile course. Afterward, kick back around the campfire and at the country cook-out for some local music at the High Lonesome Ranch, Reid Delman, 303-249-1112, [email protected], Kyla Claudell, 303-249-1112, [email protected], geminiadventures.com

May 16, 2026 — Stetina’s Paydirt, Carson City, NV, The old way of all-out racing is not the way at Stetina’s Carson City Paydirt. Instead, the Paydirt consists of two substantial timed segments to keep things competitive without separating yourself from dear friends in the dusty west of Nevada’s desert. In addition to on-bike racing, there are two bonus segments that consist of fun and games back at the post-race festival. Riding a mechanical bull and participating in a tire-toss competition could be all that separates you at the end of the day., Clemence Heymelot, 707-560-1122, [email protected], stetinaspaydirt.com

May 22-24, 2026 — Iron Horse Bicycle Classic, Durango, CO, 53rd Annual, Road Race and Tour from Durango to Silverton – Saturday and are a 50 mile ride from Durango to Silverton. Take off with the train, traveling over two 10,000ft mountain passes enroute to the historical mining town of Silverton. Sunday – Kids Race and Kids Village, Mountain Bike Race, Gravel Race and vendors., Ian Burnett, 970-259-4621, [email protected], ironhorsebicycleclassic.com

May 24, 2026 — Ukiah Mendo Gravel Epic, Grasshopper Adventure Series, Ukiah, CA, 83 miles, 8,163 feet or 40 miles, 3,200 feet elevation. This new Hopper is mostly on Mendocino Redwoods property and is only open to registered riders on the day of the event and the weekend before. Please DO NOT ride on MRC land at any other time or it will jeopardize our chance to hold this special event., Miguel Crawford, [email protected], grasshopperadventureseries.com

May 31, 2026 — Cascade Gravel Grinder, Bend, OR, Experience gravel greatness in the Cascades through three gravel ride distances starting and finishing in beautiful Sisters, Oregon. Small Gravel: 44 Miles, 3500 Feet Elevation; Medium Gravel: 66 Miles, 3500 Feet Elevation; Big Gravel, 94 Miles, 8600 Feet Elevation, Chad Sperry, [email protected], oregongravelgrinder.com

June 12-13, 2026 — Lost and Found Gravel Grinder, Gravel Earth Series, Portola, CA, The perfect blend of pavement, dirt, and gravel roads over 40, 64, or 96 miles of epically beautiful gravel riding in the Lost Sierra. Followed by a festival with live music, expo, beer, and awesome food with lots of good people. More than a ride, L&F is a whole weekend of Lost Sierra fun dedicated to raising funds for the Lost Sierra Route, Greg Williams, [email protected], Kyle Stone, [email protected], lostandfoundbikeride.com

June 12-13, 2026 — Belgian Waffle Ride – Cedar City, Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel, Cedar City, UT, Third stop of Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel, BWR UTAH takes place around the beautiful National Parks in southwest Utah and spends considerable mileage inside Dixie National Forest. The new ’unroad ’course will feature less single-track and more of the incredible gravel rollers and truck trails the area is ripe with. Pain and suffering will commence at 7am featuring one wave start for all – there are three event distances. Waffles are served at 5am. The BWR Unroad Expo will open on Friday and run throughout the duration of the event until the beers, jeers and awards are distributed for all the day’s heroic efforts, Michael Marckx, 760-815-0927, [email protected], Brandon Burk, [email protected], belgianwaffleride.bike

June 20, 2026 — Bighorn Gravel, Gypsum, CO, A unique gravel adventure in the heart of the Rockies, starting and finishing in the rugged western town of Gypsum, Colorado. Ram’s Horn Escape – 85 miles, 10K vert, Little Bighorn – 50 miles, 5.7K vert, Gravel Curious (e-bike friendly) – 20 miles, 2K vert, Jake Wells, 970.390.9682, [email protected], bighornevents.com

June 20, 2026 — Belgian Waffle Ride – Montana, Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel, Bozeman, MT, Final stop of the Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel, Participants can look forward to an unparalleled experience featuring Bozeman’s stunning backcountry riding and vibrant outdoor culture. This is a most spectacular gravel course!, Michael Marckx, 760-815-0927, [email protected], belgianwaffleride.bike

June 26-28, 2026 — SBT GRVL p/b Wahoo, Steamboat Springs, CO, a four day festival of cycling in downtown Steamboat Springs and rural Routt County. There are four courses; Green (25 miles), Red (53 miles), Blue (77 miles) and Black (111 miles), Amy Charity, 970-215-4045, [email protected], sbtgrvl.com

June 27, 2026 — Truckee Gravel, Truckee, CA, Three days of activities with a competitive off-road bicycle race featuring the incredible dirt and gravel roads in the Tahoe National Forest, best suited for a gravel/cross bike or a hardtail MTB. 3 course options: 65.1 mi (Long), 58.1 mi (Medium) and 26.2 (Rollout – non timed) + Family Fun Route (15 mi). Benefits the Truckee-based non-profit Adventure Risk Challenge., Clemence Heymelot, 707-560-1122, [email protected], truckeedirtfondo.com

June 27, 2026 — Ruby Roubaix Gravel Gran Fondo, Lamoille, NV, Gravel Fondo! See the Ruby Mountains as you’ve never seen them before during this one-day bicycle ride or race beginning and ending in scenic Lamoille, Nevada. Choice of a 22, 38, 62 or full 120.5 mile loop on pavement, gravel, and dirt roads. Ride or race the course!, Ruby Roubaix Event Director , 775-389-1862, [email protected], rubyroubaix.com

July 8-12, 2026 — Oregon Trail Gravel Grinder, Sisters, OR, The adventure of a lifetime- All-inclusive gravel stage race, 250-350 miles ~ 15K-30K total feet elevation gain, Chad Sperry, [email protected], oregongravelgrinder.com

July 11, 2026 — Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic, Mandan, ND, The Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic delivers small-town vibes with big race energy, cash prizes, and 100-, 65-, and 35-mile courses across North Dakota’s scenic, challenging gravel, Melissa Marquardt, 701-221-9833, [email protected], 701cycleandsport.com

July 11, 2026 — Cowboy Crusher Gravel Grinder, Glenrock, WY, Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains. The routes cover mixed surfaces with anything from champagne gravel to whiskey wielding roads and two-track. Four distances capture the spirit of this grassroots gravel event, 121/75/40/17 miles and 9,000+/6,500/3,200/ 1,000 feet of elevation gain, Tia Leschin, 307-235-6353, 406-930-2311, [email protected], cowboycrusher.com

July 12, 2026 — Butte County Gravel Grind, Chico, CA, Join us for an epic ride through the forests of the Colby Mountain Recreation Area! Kicking off from Butte Meadows, this fundraiser race supports our Colby Mountain Project to build an additional 40 miles of trails in the area., Chico Velo , 530-343-8356, [email protected] , chicovelo.org/buttecountygravelgrind.html

July 16-19, 2026 — FoCo Fondo, Fort Collins, CO, Whether you’re into racing bikes or all day bike parties in the open range of Colorado FoCo Fondo is your adventure. 12-mile to 118-mile options., Whitney Allison, [email protected], focofondo.com

August 8, 2026 — Tour de Schell, Ely, NV, A gravel race through Nevada’s Copper Country. Distances include: Long Distance 118 mi. 5,438 ft of gain. Medium Distance 81mi. 4,084 ft of gain. Short Distance 64mi. 3,575 ft of gain., Kyle Horvath, 775-289-3720, [email protected], elynevada.net, bikereg.com/tour-de-schell

August 24-September 8, 2026 — Big Sky Spectaculaire Gravel Race, Bozeman, MT, A 900+/- mile single-stage, mixed surface, self-supported competitive adventure bike ride around Southwest and Central Montana. Start and finish in Bozeman, MT. 450 miles of gravel and 2-track in 22 segments. Plenty of services along the route. Over 25 hours of time bonuses available., H Crowell, [email protected], bigskyspectaculaire.com

September 9-12, 2026 — Rebecca’s Private Idaho Gravel Grinder and Festival, Ketchum, ID, Lifestyle, mountain bike and outdoor festival over Labor Day Weekend. The cornerstone of the two-day event is a 100-mile Gravel Grinder (or 50-mile option) mountain bike race & ride in the scenic Pioneer Mountains of Central Idaho, with renown mountain bike champion and endurance athlete Rebecca Rusch. The weekend activities are centered around giving back to non-profit organizations that foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in cycling. Join the Queen of Pain on this beautiful route that ends in a great down-home party with food, festivities, music, and libations., Rebecca Rusch, 254-541-9661, [email protected], Clemence Heymelot, 707-560-1122, [email protected], rebeccasprivateidaho.com

September 19, 2026 — Salida 76, Salida, CO, 76 miles or km of spectacular backcountry gravel, with views, friendly competition, 3 stocked aid stations, full support, and finisher party, Jennifer Barbour, 303-503-4616, [email protected], Kim Nordquist, 303-249-6168, [email protected], Caprice Bass, 303-720-4509, [email protected], salida76.com, shiftevents.org

November 14, 2026 — Borderlands Gravel, Douglas, AZ, 3 courses – 38, 68, 100 miles. Working with the Border Communities to create an international ’neutral’ Parade Lap for the long course rides only – transitioning through the Port Of Entry for about 1 KM. Truly an International Gravel Event – Collaboration between Douglas, AZ and Agua Prieta, MX. New and improved start / finish area – In front of The Gadsden Hotel, Mike Miller, 720-231-0521, [email protected], BorderLandsGravel.com