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Oregon Trail Gravel Grinder

Oregon, USA · 7–11 July 2027

Difficulty: 5/5 — Brutal

A premier five-day gravel stage race through the heart of the Oregon Cascades, featuring options of 250 or 350 miles. Riders tackle massive elevation gains while enjoying fully-supported camping, meals, and community events each night.

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Distances
250 miles · 350 miles
Elevation
9,144 m
Surface
gravel
Typical W/kg
3–4.5

Rider fit

Who it's for

Experienced gravel cyclists and stage-race enthusiasts who want a demanding multi-day challenge paired with a festival-like camp atmosphere.

Who will struggle

Cyclists lacking endurance for consecutive days of heavy climbing, or those uncomfortable riding long distances on remote gravel forest roads.

Training focus

Prioritize high-volume endurance blocks, consecutive multi-day training rides, and sustained climbing intervals to prepare for back-to-back heavy workloads.

Are you ready for this race?

Compare your W/kg to see how you stack up against this race's typical level — and which races fit you best right now.

FAQs

What are the primary route options and their difficulties?+

Riders can choose the Pioneer route, a competitive 350-mile stage race with 30,000 feet of elevation gain, or the non-competitive Settler route, covering 250 miles with 15,000 feet of climbing.

Can I participate on an E-bike?+

Yes, E-bikes are permitted in the non-competitive Iron Horse category, which follows the Settler route and offers battery drop-off and pick-up services at aid stations.

What camp services and amenities are provided to riders?+

The event includes daily catered breakfast, lunch, and dinner, nightly campsite festivities, gear transportation, stocked aid stations, and both on-course and in-camp mechanical assistance.

Is there a team option if I do not want to ride every day?+

Yes, the Tag Team option allows two partners to alternate days on either the Pioneer or Settler route, meaning only one member rides each day while the other rests and drives to the next camp.

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