big sky gravel tour
September 16-19, 2021
Basecamp for this three day tour will be in Red Lodge, Montana at the Carbon County Fairgrounds. Book hotel and rental accommodations in Red Lodge or "car" camp at the fairgrounds. City trails are adjacent to the fairgrounds. Laid back atmosphere with short and long routes alike to accommodate beginners and those who enjoy "beast-mode" riding. Fall in Red Lodge is gorgeous, we won't talk about the possible adverse weather.
Camping begins Wednesday night, riding begins Thursday, September 16. Choose long or short routes. Final ride on Saturday, September 18 with camping available Saturday night. Music Friday and Saturday night by local bands Fracture & Maxwell and the Headchange.
All routes are in and around Red Lodge and Carbon County, Montana. Short route stays close to Red Lodge and allows time to do other exploring in the area. The long route on Day 3 will explore Stillwater County, Absarokee and Fishtail. Ride with GPS Routes
Parking & Camping
Camp Logistics
Campers can establish a campground Wednesday evening. If you choose to wait until Thursday morning, you'll want to plan to arrive earlier than the start (8 am) or wait until after the ride - park in the green section then establish your camp in the blue section upon finishing your ride. First come, first serve.
If you are staying in hotels, park in the green parking area when you come to ride (or ride your bike to the start). The blue section is designated for areas campers staying (not driving in and out of the Fairgrounds) and will accommodate detachable camping situations. If you plan on leaving each day, please move your car to the green section after setting up your camp. It is disruptive to a camping situation to consistently move your car, please think of others.
Rider check-in, information, music, beer garden, breakfast, lunch and showers will be in the pink and yellow area along with the kid's play area and picnic tables.
