Big Red
5 Star (Premiere) Route
La Pine, Oregon
This ride is easy like Sunday morning. But it’s well worth the drive to La Pine for the river views … and the visit to Big Red (the oldest and largest Ponderosa tree in Oregon).
Route: Loop | 17 mi
Gain: 500 ft
Surface: ~ 70% gravel road / singletrack, 30% paved
Technical Difficulty: Easier
Locale: Urban Backcountry
Billy’s Playground
5 Star (Premiere) Route
~ Madras, Oregon
Mixture of ponderosa forest, views of the Cascade Mountains, views of Lake Billy Chinook, mountains, and an old cemetery that is fun to blast through.
Route: Lollipop | 79 mi
Gain: 5,600 ft
Surface: ~ 45% gravel, 5% single-track, 50% paved
Technical Difficulty: Demanding
Locale: Remote
Options: Shorter, Credit Card Tour, Bikepacking
Ghost of Ashwood
5 Star (Premiere) Route
Madras, Oregon
This challenging gravel-and-pavement ride showcases some of Central Oregon's best -- rugged hills, valleys, ranchlands, the historic mining boomtown-turned-ghost town of Ashwood, majestic basalt cliffs, and the Polka Dot agate mine.
Route: Lollipop | 60 mi
Gain: 6,100 ft
Surface: ~ 60% gravel, 40% paved
Technical Difficulty: Demanding
Locale: Remote
Options: Shorter
GravelCracker (The Classic)
5 Star (Premiere) Route
Sisters, Oregon
Explore one of the most diverse and scenic areas to ride in Central Oregon. Nothing too extreme. This ride is a true favorite!
Route: Loop | 42 mi
Gain: 2,100 ft
Surface: 35% gravel, 45% single-track, 20% paved
Technical Difficulty: Moderate
Locale: Urban Backcountry
Hauling Lava
5 Star (All Access) Route
Bend, Oregon
This route was created with adaptive athletes in mind, including those using trikes or quads. It’s also a great choice for anyone looking for a shorter ride with minimal climbing and easier terrain. Along the way, you’ll enjoy river views, logging history, and fascinating geology.
Route: Out & Back | 18 mi
Gain: 800 ft
Surface: ~ 55% gravel / 45% paved
Technical Difficulty: Easier
Locale: Urban Backcountry
Options: Longer
McKay Creek Lollipop
5 Star (Premiere) Route
~ Prineville, Oregon
Perfect spring time ride with wildflowers, flowing streams, green grasses and just pure fun. Great “first time to the Ochocos” ride.
Route: Lollipop | 38 mi
Gain: 3,700 ft
Surface: 55% gravel road, 45% paved
Technical Difficulty: Moderate
Locale: Remote
Options: Shorter
Meatloaf
5 Star (Premiere) Route
~ Prineville, Oregon
Experience some of the best gravel in all of Central Oregon. Attack the 9-mile climb that rewards you with sweeping views of the Post-Paulina Valley and the distant Ochoco Mountains. The ride starts at the Post General store, which marks the state's geographic center. After ride, be sure to get one of their fantastic milkshakes. A special treat in such a remote area!
Route: Loop | 36 mi
Gain: 3,200 ft
Surface: 85% gravel, 15% paved
Technical Difficulty: Moderate
Locale: Remote
Options: Longer
Rajneeshee
5 Star (Premiere) Route
Antelope, Oregon
Wild! Rugged! Remote! In our opinion, this is one of the best Oregon outback rides in the state.
Route: Lollipop | 65 mi
Gain: 7,000 ft
Surface: ~ 60% gravel / 40% paved
Technical Difficulty: Very Demanding
Locale: Extremely Remote
Options: Shorter
Shaniko!
5 Star (Premiere) Route
Shaniko , Oregon
Starting in the historic town of Shaniko, this ride dives deep into Oregon’s high desert and ranch country. You'll roll through wide-open landscapes on quiet paved roads before descending into the hidden gem of Antelope. From there, the loop traces the contours of Antelope Creek, King Creek, and King Canyon—remote and scenic. Expect big skies, rolling terrain, and a healthy dose of solitude.
Route: Lollipop | 34 mi
Gain: 2,900 ft
Surface: ~ 35% gravel / 65% paved
Technical Difficulty: Demanding
Locale: Rural
Options: Shorter
Tygh My Shoes
5 Star (Premiere) Route
~ Maupin, Oregon
Loop up and through the White River Wildlife area, into the ghost town of Friend, around the east side of the Badger Creek Wilderness area via a one-lane paved Forest Service road and back down to Tygh Valley on a gravel road with expansive views near the end.
Route: Loop | 30 mi
Gain: 2,800 ft
Surface: 50% gravel, 50% paved
Technical Difficulty: Demanding
Locale: Extremely Remote
