Gravel Rides
“Gravel, pine, sagebrush and silence—Lake County leads the way.”
From Lakeview, Oregon, the ride begins at the Fairgrounds—home to registration, camping, and Friday’s pre‑party. A gentle 2‑mile warm‑up leads to the steady gravel climb from Lakeview City Park. Hold your low gears for 4 miles and savor sweeping views of Goose Lake Valley, where Northern California meets Southern Oregon.
At the summit, riders reach Rogger Meadows at approximately 6300 ft elevation, gateway to the Oregon Timber Trail, with options through pine forests, wild meadows, and vistas that never fail to inspire. This is not a crowded ride, but one alive with the crisp scent of pine and sagebrush, wrapped in peaceful silence.
In Lake County, Mother Nature decides. Winter storms and spring rains will shape the final route (see the route options we will be reviewing below). Expect a downloadable RWGPS track of roughly 50 miles, released by the committee just weeks before Tour de Outback.
Aid Stations along the routes will be manned by our benefactor Lake County Search & Rescue units.
Each participant must wear a helmet that meets CPSC requirements.