In the midst of the high Mojave desert just outside of Death Valley, a dry, inhospitable and what at first glance seems lifeless, lies an oasis with a very rare and unique ecosystem.

A ride through one of the largest Joshua Tree Forests in the US, scenic views down into the Panamint Valley 6000 feet below you, and a turnaround point at a historic cabin from the late 1800s.

A bucket lister route for the avid cyclist. One of the most demanding climbs in the state. The deepest canyon in the United States. Big views. And some interesting history.

The Hoover Dam is a whole lot of concrete and whole lot of history. And luckily for us gravel types, there’s a scenic way to get to the dam which starts along the shores of Lake Mead, twists up through a series of impressive tunnels, and then ends up at the dam. So skip taking the tour bus …

Explores the “Horn” of the Metolius river — the area defined by a sweeping 25 mile bend in the river — an area designated as “Wild and Scenic.” It’s a hard rugged ride with river hugging views.

Lost: it’s the name of the lake you are headed to … with one of the most iconic photo opportunities in Oregon. And while Lost Lake has surely been found, very few people (cars or cyclists) are on this route – a derivative of the classic Vista Ridge road ride. This is a must do ride if you are in the area.

A great beginner+ ride on the wide single track of McDowell Mountain Regional park. Just smiles!!

Start at the famous Painted Hills, then roll through farmland and along the John Day River. Punchy climbs with loads of Kodak picture-taking moments.

Old growth forest with granddaddy trees, the enfolding Rabbit Ears rock formation that will leave you inspired, and a jaunt up to a lookout tower that will have at least half your group pushing their bikes!

The mountain panoramas begin the moment you roll out on this view-packed ride. Along the way, you’ll pass the ghost town of Sparta—founded on the promise of gold—the nearby community of New Bridge, which once supplied it with agricultural goods, and the serene banks of Eagle Creek as you ride through the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. Much of the route features smooth gravel, with some forest road scree and dirt mixed to keep it interesting.

A short and easy mixed ride through Twenty Mule Team Canyon, used in the filming of several Star Wars films. Spectacular shadows and colors.