Routes

Explore route details, maps, and elevation profiles. Route maps are now available below for Ride Weekend 2026. Gravel Day route maps will be coming soon.

Ride Weekend Routes

Crossing Central Ohio with routes ranging from 17 to 165 miles, the signature event includes one- and two-day ride options. Join us on August 1-2!

Route Maps

Explore the Ride Weekend 2026 route maps and elevation profiles below through Ride with GPS.

Routes are subject to change based on safety protocol and road conditions. All routes may be adjusted within +/- 2 miles before Ride Weekend.

Please note: The Ride Weekend routes are only supported during the official event weekend. Riding them at any other time is at your own risk. All rides, including during Ride Weekend, should practice Rules of the Road.

Ride Weekend 2026 Routes

Sat 8/01

$1,250 Fundraising Commitment

Downtown Columbus Loop Route

17 miles

Designed for cyclists of all experience levels, this will be our shortest route with minimal elevation gain. This loop route will take Riders through Bexley and the Ohio State campus before finishing back at North Bank Park.

Sat 8/01

$1,250 Fundraising Commitment

Downtown Columbus to New Albany

23 miles

Designed for cyclists of all experience levels who are ready for a few extra hills, this point-to-point route begins in Downtown Columbus and concludes with a strong finish in New Albany.

Sat 8/01

$1,500 Fundraising Commitment

Downtown Columbus to New Albany

46 Miles (AT CAPACITY)

Ideal for intermediate Riders with some training under their belt, this point-to-point route begins in Downtown Columbus and finishes in New Albany, featuring more hills for Riders ready to put their training to the test.

This route is at capacity and unavailable for 2026 registration. We know that’s a bummer, but hope you’ll select another route and still join us for Ride Weekend!

Sat 8/01

$2,000 Fundraising Commitment

New Albany Schools to Kenyon College

66 Miles

Riders will set off from New Albany, pass through historic Granville and Homer, and tackle a final stretch of hills before crossing the finish line in Gambier.

Sat 8/01

$2,000 Fundraising Commitment

Downtown Columbus to Kenyon College

100 Miles

Riders will set off from Downtown Columbus, pass through historic Granville and Homer, and tackle a final stretch of hills before crossing the finish line in Gambier.

Sun 8/02

$1,250 Fundraising Commitment

New Albany Loop Route

27 miles

A loop option for beginner to intermediate Riders, this scenic route will start and finish in downtown New Albany. This route can also be added to any Saturday ride for a fundraising commitment of $3,000.

Sat 8/01

Sun 8/02

$3,000 Fundraising Commitment

New Albany Schools to New Albany Schools

131 Miles

This challenging 2-day option includes a New Albany-Gambier 66-mile route on Saturday and a 65-mile Gambier-New Albany return route on Sunday. 

Sat 8/01

Sun 8/02

$3,000 Fundraising Commitment

Downtown Columbus to New Albany Schools

165 Miles

This challenging 2-day option includes a Downtown Columbus-Gambier 100-mile ride on Saturday and a 65-mile Gambier-New Albany return on Sunday. 

Gravel Day

Experience unique adventures on the gravel roads and outdoor trails of beautiful southeast Ohio. Join us on October 3 for gravel rides, mountain biking, and the Trail Run/Hike!

Gravel Day 2026 Routes

Sat 10/3

$1,500 Fundraising Commitment

Gravel Nelsonville Loop Route

11 Miles

Want to try out gravel riding? This introductory loop route includes a mix of paved and gravel roads but will challenge you with an elevation gain of 900 feet. Riders should be sure to properly prepare prior to Gravel Day to ensure a great experience!

Sat 10/3

$1,500 Fundraising Commitment

Gravel Nelsonville Loop Route

25 Miles

Winding through the hills of Athens County, this loop route is an exciting challenge for all Riders, with a total elevation gain of over 1,600 feet. Riders should be sure to properly prepare prior to Gravel Day to ensure a great experience!

Sat 10/3

$1,500 Fundraising Commitment

Gravel Nelsonville Loop Route

48 Miles

Riding through the hills of Athens County, this loop route is a true adventure and a very challenging option for experienced Riders. This ride will feature multiple sections of climbing with a total elevation gain of over 4,200 feet.

Sat 10/3

$1,500 Fundraising Commitment

Mountain Biking Nelsonville Loop Route

10 Miles

Experience 10 miles of the Baileys Trail System, which offers world-class machine-built mountain biking trails. You should expect around 1,000 feet of climbing on a mix of IMBA-rated green (“easy”) and blue (“more difficult”) trails.

Sat 10/3

$1,500 Fundraising Commitment

Mountain Biking Nelsonville Loop Route

24 Miles

This route is full of adventure with nearly 2,500 feet of climbing on IMBA-rated green (“easy”) and blue (“more difficult”) machine-built trails. While the included trails aren’t exceptionally technical, this route will still provide a big challenge for more experienced mountain bikers.

Sat 10/3

$1,500 Fundraising Commitment

Trail Run/Hike

3.5 Miles

Gravel Day’s run/hike will offer a 3.5-mile looped route through the beautiful property of Snow Fork Event Center, with runners and hikers able to complete the route as many times as desired during the course open hours of 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Funding Partners

Thanks to our generous funding partners

100% of every participant-raised dollar goes to innovative cancer research at the OSUCCC – James.