We have put together four great routes which in total make up a figure eight course of 115 miles. Each of the four ride possibilities uses some or all of this total course to give riders of varying abilities and distance needs a perfect choice at the most beautiful time of the year for this event in Trinity County. The views from the high spots will give the rider cause to stop and soak in the vastness of the area and the spectacular scenery of the Trinity Alps Wilderness, Southfork Mountain, Mt. Shasta, the Yolla Bolly Middle Eel Wilderness, and the little-known Chanchelulla Wilderness.

All the rides start and finish at our Trinity County fairgrounds, where the riders and family will have ample camping spots and hot showers. The after-ride dinner and some of the lunch stops will also be located at the fairgrounds, with the remainder of the lunch stops out on the longer courses. The Metric (70-mile) and full century (115-mile) are very challenging for the intermediate and advanced cyclist, with a total elevation gain of 5,700ft and 9,000ft, respectively. Come prepared to spend most of the day on the two longest routes at elevations above 3,000ft, with a range of 1,250ft to 5,000ft on the north flank of Hayfork Bally looking to the Trinity Alps north across the Trinity River 3,500ft below. For those of you who are interested in geology, you will be riding in and looking at the Klamath Mountains, one of the most diverse and unique geological areas on this continent. This area is eloquently described in David Rains Wallace's book, The Klamath Knot: Explorations of Myth and Evolution.

As is the norm, all riders must wear an approved helmet and ride a properly functioning and tuned bicycle. The 70-mile and 115-mile rides will take you far out from town services. Other than rest stops and sag wagons, there are no other dependable sources of repair or water. Both of these courses have the same 3.5 miles of maintained unpaved forest service road along Big Creek. This section is flat to slightly down hill and does not require any special equipment other than a well-maintained bike. The 45-mile ride is the "Wild Peanut Loop" of the full century ride. This is a great ride for the intermediate rider, and a good challenge for the beginner. Click here for the Family Fun Ride.

Travel to our ride location is fairly straightforward and will give the participants good views of the surrounding terrain and other possible recreational opportunities in Trinity County.