Gravel 2025

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Early Registration for GRAVEL is sold out. General Registration will open on January 22, 2025.

We’re rolling into the Oregon Coast Range to explore some back-road gravel goodness! Embraced by the Trask River, our basecamp is the perfect home for the weekend. Sit riverside listening to the soundtrack of the water as you ponder your weekend bike adventure with this amazing community, or take a moment alone to soak it all in; there is no wrong approach.

A weekend of top-grade gravel roads has you climbing through a wonderland of firs and ferns, as you’re constantly rewarded with views of the many mystical forks of the Trask River and the peaks and valleys of the Coast Range. As you crest one of the many summits, you’ll discover epic vistas before once again descending into the lush greenery of the Tillamook State Forest. With routes consisting of 75-100% gravel, this is truly a gravel adventure not to be missed.

Back at camp, the party continues with live music, cold beverages, fantastic food, fun and games. Want more? Make it a multi-sport weekend! Take advantage of the free fishing weekend and wet a line in the Trask River, famous for its salmon and steelhead runs. Or simply chill after a day of spinning with a cold beverage in hand and your feet in the river. This will be epic. This is Cycle Oregon GRAVEL.

EARLY REGISTRATION IS SOLD OUT. GENERAL REGISTRATION OPENS ON 1/22/25.

2024 GRAVEL Photos

Location

The Ride

June 6-8, 2025 • Trask River, Tillamook County, OR
Mileage: 35.8 – 84.6 miles, with 75%- 99% of gravel on all routes, and 2675' - 8659' of total elevation gain
Day One: 23/39/49 miles / 1819'-4187' elevation
Day Two: 12/24/51 miles / 856' - 6104' elevation
Rider Cost: $598 (registration closes May 27)
Registration is limited to 600 participants

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Route

DAY 1

SATURDAY, JUNE 7

MAIN: — 39.2 miles (~99% gravel) | 3,400 feet of elevation gain | Out & Back

LONG: — 48.6 miles (~99% gravel) | 4,187 feet of elevation gain | Out & Back

SHORT: — 23.4 miles (~97% gravel) | 1,819 feet of elevation gain | Out & Back

Ramble along the web of gravel roads in the majestic Tillamook Forest and along the many forks of the Trask River
Routes will be well marked with signage, GPS/ GPX routes will be available before the event. These will be available after registration closes

DAY 2

SUNDAY, JUNE 8

MAIN: — 24.1 miles (~87% gravel) | 2,605 feet of elevation gain | Lollipop

LONG: — 50.8 miles (~97% gravel) | 6,104 feet of elevation gain | Loop

SHORT: — 12.4 miles (~75% gravel) | 856 feet of elevation gain | Out & Back

Ramble along the web of gravel roads in the majestic Tillamook Forest and along the many forks of the Trask River
Routes will be well marked with signage, GPS/ GPX routes will be available before the event. These will be available after registration closes

Event Merch

New for 2025, the Henley Cut Jersey from Primal Jerseys featuring a one-of-a-kind pattern featuring elks, timber, rivers, ferns, and more by the incredibly talented Mary Rose Lytle.

Jerseys will be available for purchase at registration in a run of men’s and women’s sizes. Click here to view fit guide. Women’s sizes: XS through 4XL. Men’s sizes: SM through 4XL.

Description: A perfect garment to wear on and off the bike, the moisture wicking properties of the sustainable Echofé fabric keep you dry and smelling pretty for when you reach the bar or coffee shop, it’s a seamless transition from bike to casual hangout.

Women’s cut has ONE pocket and TWO buttons, while the Men’s cut has TWO pockets and FOUR buttons.
Short sleeves, relaxed fit.
Button Henley Collar.
Rear Zippered Side Pockets.
Reflective Accents.
Echofé is a sustainable fabric that uses recycled coffee grounds to form the base material. With 200% faster drying time than cotton, the S.Cafe® filaments will keep you cool, dry and running strong.

Accommodations

Our overnight site in Trask River will have designated areas for tent camping & RV camping. Although we have ample space for RVs, please be sure to add it onto your registration ahead of time so we save a spot for you! Our camping areas open on Friday at 3:00 P.M. and please note that there is no access to electricity anywhere on-site.

Tent Camping

Flat tent camping is available for Friday and Saturday nights only and is included with registration. Much of the area is shady. Don’t forget to bring your tent, ground cloth, sleeping bag, and pad.

Please do not pitch your tent prior to 3 p.m. on Friday.

RV/Van Camping

We have limited RV camping spots, all dry – dumping is available on site after 6pm on Sunday. Convenient portable toilets and showers will be on site. For Friday and Saturday night only. Price: $104 per RV for the weekend. If you’d like to bring your RV or camp trailer the total length cannot be more than 40′.

ALL RV AND VAN SPOTS WILL BE ASSIGNED IN ADVANCE. If you would like to request to be near another person, please make note of this in your RV notes at checkout or send info@cycleoregon.com an email with your request. We will do our best to accommodate all requests but cannot guarantee placements.

Vehicle Parking

Plenty of parking will be available at a lot ~1 mile south of camp – carpooling is recommended.

Price: $26 per vehicle for weekend
Consider carpooling!
- Get There Oregon Rideboard – Get There Oregon – Find and share a ride!
- Caroster Cycle Oregon Gravel Page

Getting There

Directions to the camp will be included in the Ride Guide which will be emailed to you and published on the website before the event start date.

No bus service will be provided by CO, but we encourage folks to rideshare through Get There. We highly recommend coordinating carpools with other folks!

Phone service is pretty much non-existent in this area except at high points with a clearing. Please have everything downloaded before you arrive at camp.

Take Public Transportation from Portland Union Station to the Tillamook Park and Ride – Coastliner Tillamook – Portland NW Connector

$15 each way
Bike racks are installed on all buses. Load the bike on the front of the bus, and let the driver know you’ll be retrieving it when you disembark from the bus. Riders are responsible for the proper securing of bicycles. Click here for a brief instructional video
It is a 13.4 mile bike ride from the Park and Ride to the Campground – Biking Directions

Consider carpooling!

- Get There Oregon Rideboard – Get There Oregon – Find and share a ride!
- Caroster Cycle Oregon Gravel Page

Ride Logistics + Amenities

The idea is to have a relaxing, enjoyable weekend of riding. The key to that? Take care of as many details as possible before the ride. In this section you’ll find pretty much everything you need to know to make your Cycle Oregon experience a great one.

Camp Services
Showers

Hot showers are included in registration and will be provided at the overnight site. Please remember to bring a towel or two, as we do not provide towels or toiletries.
- Friday – 5:00pm to 10:00pm
- Saturday – 6:00am to 9:00am and 3:00pm to 10:00pm
- Sunday – 6:00am to 9:00am and 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Bike Repair

More information coming soon. Check back for updates.

Rider Services

Look for the Rider Services trailer in camp. Here you can ask questions, meet friends, or locate missing items at lost and found.

Cycle Oregon Gift Shop

The Cycle Oregon Gift Shop, located at Rider Services, is where you can shop for some great Cycle Oregon merchandise. We’ll have a limited number of this year’s ride jersey and a selection of Cycle Oregon merchandise.

Massage

SPORTS MASSAGE THERAPY by the Cycle Oregon Massage Team:
Riders may sign up for a post-ride massage therapy treatment in-camp with one of our experienced Oregon Licensed Massage Therapists.

Each therapist can tailor a session for you based on ride recovery, injury rehab/mitigation, or just for a treat, to help your body feel comfortable again after a hard ride! In addition to in-camp signup, riders may choose to pre-book their sessions before the event starts. Website link coming soon!

Rates: $110 per 55 minutes, or $165 per 85 minutes.

Yoga

On Friday and Saturday, stretch out the muscles that get tight during cycling. Yoga will help you stay close to your breath this weekend. Not only will this help you feel better, but stretching can also help prevent injury. Mats are provided.

Medical Services

Medical services from Adventure Medics will be available at the overnight site. There is no charge for medical services on the course or at the site. If you require transport to or from a local medical facility, you will be financially responsible for transport and medical services there.
Food, Drink & Entertainment
Meals

Vegetarian and Gluten free options will be available. We are excited to welcome back Spin Catering for this event! Lunches will be served on route.
- Friday – Dinner
- Saturday – Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
- Sunday – Breakfast & Lunch
We encourage folks to bring their own mess kit whenever they can.

Beverages

Beer, wine, and n/a beverages are included in the cost of registration. Fresh water will be available at camp and along the route. Coffee and tea will be provided in the mornings.

Evening Announcements

Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:00 p.m., the Cycle Oregon community will gather around the Main Stage. This is a great opportunity to hear tips about the next day’s route and catch up on some local folklore. Best of all, it’s always followed by legendary Cycle Oregon entertainment.

Entertainment

Nightly music, community booth, vendor expo, riverside fishing, firepits. Check back for updates on the entertainment lineup.

Saturday June 7th and Saturday June 8th are a free fishing weekend in Oregon! Bring your rod and be sure to familiarize yourself with Oregon’s Fishing Regulations for the Northwest Area (PLEASE READ if you plan to fish).
- Link to regulations: Fishing regulation updates | Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife
- Link to free fishing weekend info: Family fishing events, Free Fishing Weekend events | Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife
Course Support
Cycle Oregon prides itself on providing a fully supported ride and plenty of route options for everyone’s style. Our goal is to help you finish each day’s ride. To that end, our course is complete with the following services and amenities.

Course Hours: 7 a.m.– 4 p.m. (Sunday 3:30 p.m.)

Course support services are available only during the course hours. If you start before the course opens or are still riding after the course closes, there will be no support services available. All Cycle Oregon riders must be on the course by 9 a.m. Those still on the course after 4 p.m. (3:30 p.m. on Sunday) will be offered a ride to camp. If you choose not to take the ride you will be on your own to get back to camp.

Food and Drink on the Course

Lunch

Lunch will be served on the course.

Rest Stops

There will be 1-3 rest stops available along the route each day to provide water, drinks, lunch, and delicious snacks. A final site map will detail these locations and services.

Rest Stop signs alert riders when one is ahead. You can also see the location of each Rest Stop on the maps that will be inside the rider packet you receive when you check-in. Rest Stops are open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SAG Vehicles

There will be multiple SAG vehicles on the course each day. They are available to transport cyclists in cases of mechanical problems or medical injuries. They also have extra water, snacks, and sunscreen if needed. If at any time you need assistance, please signal a SAG with a “thumbs down” signal. If you do get into a SAG, you may not be transported directly to camp. The SAG vehicles usually wait until they are full to go to camp.

Bike Mechanics

More information coming soon. Check back for updates.

Medical Services

More information coming soon. Check back for updates.
Check In
Check in will be available during these times:
- Friday, June 6, from 3:00 – 9:00 p.m.
- Saturday, June 7, from 6:30 – 8:30 a.m.
When you check in, you must show your photo ID. Once we affix your wristband, it should not be removed unless you leave the ride and do not plan on returning. The wristband is what identifies you as a participant and gives you access to meals and course support.

Do not pitch your tent or RV/ Van prior to 3 p.m. on Friday. Check in is not available prior to the event.
Bike and Gear
Gravel-specific and touring bikes with 40c (or greater) tires and low gearing will thrive on our routes. As always, the best bike and gear to bring will be the one you are familiar with and comfortable riding.

We do recommend that you or your bicycle have the capacity to carry two water bottles for proper hydration and to take full advantage of our renowned rest stops.

Because of the changes in elevation along this route and the nature of early June weather, we highly recommend wearing layers for the cool mornings and mountainous descents. A full recommended gear list will be included in your ride guide.
Can I bring my e-bike?
We’re excited about the experience e-bikes offer riders and welcome e-bikes at GRAVEL. However, e-bike charging will not be available. We recommend coming with 2 fully charged batteries if you plan to ride an e-bike.

If you are planning to ride an e-bike, you will be responsible for figuring out how to keep it powered over the weekend. Some suggestions are to bring two batteries – one for Saturday and the other for Sunday, charge using your car or RV battery, or have a powerful external battery or gasless generator.

Visit our e-bikes page for more information.

CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY AND WAIVERS

Within 48 hours after registering
100% refund of total purchase, less $125 processing fee

Up to 75 days prior to the event start
65% refund of total purchase
• GRAVEL: March 23, 2025

Up to 45 days prior to the event start
50% refund of total purchase
• GRAVEL: April 22, 2025

Less than 45 days prior to the event start
No refunds offered.
• GRAVEL: April 23, 2025

We understand things happen in life and sometimes you have to cancel your registration. We want to make it as easy as
possible to do so. Please note we do not make exceptions to our cancellation policy (including family, medical, or
employment situations). We cannot offer credits or transfers. Purchasing trip insurance through a provider like Allianz is
recommended.

No refunds will be issued for cancelling individual products, including, but not limited to, parking, RV/Rider guest spots,
bus tickets, tent and porter, jerseys or other retail items.

No transfers or deferrals are allowed.

All Cancellation and refund requests must be submitted via email to info@cycleoregon.com. Please allow up to 30 days for processing.

Cycle Oregon may cancel or reroute an event due to the occurrence of any force majeure event or credible threat
thereof, including but not limited to any Act of God, fire, earthquake, acts of civil or military authority, casualty, flood,
war, terrorist attack, epidemic, insurrection, civil unrest, strikes or other labor activities or any other similar cause
beyond the reasonable control of Cycle Oregon Inc., including environmental conditions that might threaten the health
and safety of Event participants, volunteers or staff. I understand and agree that my registration fees and other costs will
not be refunded by Cycle Oregon, Inc. if all or any portion of a Cycle Oregon Event is cancelled or rerouted due to a force
majeure event. I will release and hold Cycle Oregon Inc. harmless for any costs or damages incurred as result of
cancellation or rerouting of a Cycle Oregon Event due to a force majeure event.

Click to view a PDF of the Release of liability and assumption of risk agreement and COVID-19 Policy, Acknowledgment, and Waiver.

Rider health and safety is paramount on Cycle Oregon events. Working within the guidelines from the Oregon Health Authority, we have developed COVID-19 safety plans and protocols which we will amend as new updates and guidelines are announced leading up to an event.

As of March 11, 2022 masks are no longer required for indoor settings or group activities in Oregon. There are exceptions, masks are required in healthcare settings, and we ask that you are mindful of additional requests you may encounter during GRAVEL.

Masks are not required at GRAVEL but we support those who choose to wear them for any reason they may have. We recognize members of the Cycle Oregon community and those associated with this event hold varying views on face covering. Out of respect for one another and in the spirit of the Cycle Oregon mission we ask that you honor our mask-friendly policy at GRAVEL – Do what’s best for you.

Teasing, mocking, harassment or intimidation from any position towards others will not be tolerated.