48-Mile Gravel Route & Trail Run/Hike

Snow Fork Event Center (5685 Happy Hollow Rd., Nelsonville, OH 45764)

This gathering is open to all Gravel Day participants, Volunteers, and their family and friends who RSVP’d before the September 18 deadline, whether they’re camping on-site or staying nearby in other accommodations. If you submitted an RSVP, we look forward to seeing you at Snow Fork Event Center on Friday, October 2 from 6-9pm! Please remember to bring your own chair for the evening.

Please be aware that there is construction on US-33 near Nelsonville, so plan to allow extra time and expect traffic as you travel to the event. 

All guests who are attending the Community Gathering, including all camping guests, should enter Snow Fork at the main property entrance. At the fork in the road once inside the venue, Late Departure camping guests should continue to the left for campsite check-in, and Early Departure camping guests and all other guests should continue to the right and follow signage.

Please refer to our map for additional information.

Participant check-in will be open during the Community Gathering on Friday, October 2, and will reopen in the morning on Saturday, October 3.

• After parking, each participant should proceed to the check-in area with a driver’s license or other photo ID to receive their credentials.
• All participants will receive their Gravel Day gift at check-in.
• If you check in on Friday, be sure to bring everything from your credential packet with you on Saturday morning.

The reservation deadline for on-site camping has passed. If you reserved a spot, please note that Early Departure sites will have access to leave Snow Fork throughout the day, while Late Departure sites will be further into the venue and exit will not be possible until after all participants have finished (roughly 5:00pm).

• Before Gravel Day, please review all Safety & Training Resources. Remember, you are responsible for knowing and following the Rules of the Road!
• All Riders should know how to change their tire and be prepared with the needed parts and tools to do so. Check out our Safety & Training Resources to prepare yourself!
• Helmets are required and must be worn at all times while riding.
• Be mindful of terrain throughout the run/hike course, including roots, rocks, and other obstacles.
• Be alert and never leave the marked course.
• If you need support for any reason from SAG (Support and Gear) vehicles, Volunteers, or Pelotonia staff during Gravel Day, please call or text 1-855-889-RIDE (7433).

Please be aware that there is construction on US-33 near Nelsonville, so plan to allow extra time and expect traffic as you travel to the event. 

All participants, Volunteers, and guests arriving to Gravel Day on Saturday will utilize the auxiliary entrance to Snow Fork Event Center (located near 5879 Happy Hollow Rd., Nelsonville, OH 45764) to access the venue. No vehicular traffic will be allowed into the main entrance on Saturday after 8:15am for the safety of Riders. If you arrive to the main entrance of Snow Fork after this time, parking attendants will direct you to continue south on Happy Hollow Road, following event signage to the secondary entrance.

Please refer to our map for additional information.

When arriving to and departing from Snow Fork Event Center, please use extreme caution as ride routes utilize the roadways around the venue.

While some participants may choose to check in on Friday night, participant check-in will be open in the morning on Saturday, October 3.

• After parking, each participant should proceed to the check-in area with a driver’s license or other photo ID to receive their credentials. If checking in on Saturday morning, please plan to arrive at the start location between 7:00am and 7:30am to ensure you have enough time to check in and enjoy the provided breakfast.
• All participants will receive their Gravel Day gift at check-in.

All 48-mile Riders will depart from Snow Fork Event Center at 8:30am.

All Riders should plan to arrive at the start venue no earlier than 7:00am, and no later than 7:30am.

All Riders must start the ride at the official start location. Law enforcement and support vehicles will be timed with the Riders who participate in the organized start.

• Your cooperation is key to making the start of the event safe and enjoyable for everyone. If you do not leave with the organized start, you will be proceeding at your own risk.
• Please do not put yourself and your fellow Riders in danger by violating these rules. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!

The run/hike course will be open from 10:00am – 2:30pm, and all participants may complete the course as many times as desired within this time frame. Please note that no participants will be able to enter the course after 2:30pm.

Upon completion of your cycling route, you may begin the run/hike course, entering by following signage near the run/hike truss. Please rack your bike, ensure your run/hike bib is attached to the front of your body, and feel free to enter the run/hike course any time before 2:30pm.

• All Runners/Hikers must start the course at the official start location.
• The course will be marked with Pelotonia flags, barricade tape, and signage. Please follow all signage carefully and never leave the marked course for the safety of all.

On the 48-mile gravel route, there will be rest stops along the route at approximately miles 9, 19, 29, 38, and 43. Drinks, food, mechanical support, and first aid assistance will be available at these stops.

The Trail Run/Hike course will feature a rest stop at approximately mile 2.

Family and friends are not permitted at any Pelotonia rest stops to ensure Rider safety. Please invite your family and friends to join you at the Finish Line Celebration.

It is critically important to avoid dehydration by drinking water and sports drinks throughout your participation.

• Bring at least one water bottle with you.
• Do not rely on thirst to guide your hydration, because thirst kicks in only after you are already becoming dehydrated.
• Please review this quick guide on staying hydrated and energized throughout your ride.

Enjoy food, drinks, live entertainment, and the chance to celebrate your physical and fundraising accomplishments with the Pelotonia community! Showers will be available at the finish, so please be sure to bring shower supplies and a towel if you plan to utilize this.

Family and friends are welcome to join you at the Finish Line Celebration! Family and friends must follow the signage and instructions from law enforcement officers and Volunteers, and watch for participants no matter where they are on the property.

Share the Spectator Resources page with family and friends for everything they need to cheer you on safely!