Ranging from a short route of 26.8 miles to a 103.2 mile Century, there’s a route and a challenge for every rider. Wonderful scenery – Mississippi River vistas to rolling terrain to lush valleys. Full color maps and easy-to-read cue sheets will be provided in registration packets. Maps and signage for each route are color coded as follows:

Short
Medium
Long
Century

RT RTR 2025 Routes will be slightly different from the routes used  in prior years.  The changes result from having to coordinate with the Gravel National Championships being held in La Crescent.  To minimize overlapping routes and possible confusion, certain modifications have been made.  The course to Witoka will be different for all routes and the Century route in the La Crescent area has been impacted.  

Note:  The GPS maps show a portion of the route to Witoka as “Unpaved.”   The Committee has inspected the road and determined that the surface is “Chip Sealed.”  It employs a larger aggregate than blacktop, but provides a very comfortable to ride.

Routes are always subject to change based on road construction, ongoing repairs, and unexpected events.

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Short

26.8 Miles

1 Stop

For route details and elevation information,
see the Interactive Map.

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Medium

48.2 Miles

3 Stops

For route details and elevation information,
see the Interactive Map.

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Long

74.9 Miles

4 Stops

For route details and elevation information,
see the Interactive Map.

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Century

103.2 Miles

6 Stops

For route details and elevation information,
see the Interactive Map.

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In the upper right corner of the Interactive Map there are two buttons to view a legend and to choose a basemap. If you click on a rest stop, a window will appear with the stop’s start and end time. Clicking on the “Home” button in the upper left will bring you back to the original view.

Safety tips from the Minnesota Department of Transportation:
  • Wear a helmet.

  • Ride in the same direction as traffic.

  • Pass only on the left.

  • Communicate your intent – look, yield to traffic, and signal before turning or changing lanes.

  • Be predictable – maintain a straight course.

  • See and be seen – wear bright colors, reflective gear, and use head and tail lights.

  • Ride the roads – sidewalk riding increases risks for crashes at driveways and intersections.

  • Always yield to pedestrians.

  • Avoid distracted bicycling – put away mobile devices and headphones.

  • Use extreme caution near commercial vehicles

  • Follow the law – obey all traffic signs and signals.

  • Fun with friends

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