Ride With Us
Day Tours
Our weekend day tours are non-competitive group rides, typically held on Saturdays unless otherwise noted, and are open to GVBC members at no additional charge. While most rides take place on paved roads, cyclists of all abilities and bike types are welcome, including road bikes, e-bikes, mountain bikes, and gravel bikes.
Requirements to Join Our Rides
All participants and volunteers must be GVBC members and complete the touring waiver online. Registration is fully digital - no paper memberships or waivers are available at events. All club tours require membership and touring waivers for insurance purposes.
Annual Rides
Detailed ride information, including route maps and elevation profiles, is shared during the week of each tour and posted on the website. Riders are encouraged to join the club email list to receive updates and ride details.
For other events please check our calendar.
Please note that Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks requires a Conservation License for anyone using their sites, including for parking. The license costs $4 and helps support maintenance of these public facilities. It can be purchased online at FWP.MT.gov.
Yellowstone National Park Ride
April 11, 2026
Come see Yellowstone in its glory before it opens to cars! Our first touring ride of the year is quickly approaching. We’ll ride in Yellowstone National Park before it opens to the public for automobiles (weather permitting, of course).
Tour de Spud
May 9, 2026
Ride through Montana’s seed potato country on the Tour de Spud or the shorter Tour de Tater Tot. These scenic road routes wind along quiet back roads through Manhattan, Churchill, and surrounding farmland, offering rolling terrain, smooth pavement, and big-sky views. The full route delivers a longer countryside adventure, while the Tater Tot provides a more beginner-friendly option — both perfect for a relaxed day of riding and good company.
Brackett Creek Loop
May 30, 2026
A moderately challenging and exceptionally scenic ride through northern Gallatin and Park Counties. This early-season route covers about 43 miles with nearly 2,000 feet of climbing concentrated in the first half, followed by a rewarding descent after Battle Ridge from the top of Bridger Canyon Road.
Lewis & Clark Caverns Loop
June 7, 2026
Cycle a stunning loop through the Lewis and Clark Caverns area, rolling past Cardwell, Harrison, and Sappington with an optional out-and-back to Pony for extra miles and adventure. This scenic 40–50 mile ride combines wide-open views, historic towns, and a rewarding post-ride lunch stop, making it a regional favorite for riders who enjoy a fun challenge.
Meandering Missouri
July 12, 2026
Enjoy a relaxed, scenic ride through the wide-open countryside around Three Forks, Logan, and Clarkston. This out-and-back route begins at the Three Forks Ponds and follows a flat bike path and frontage road to Logan before rolling through gentle hills toward Clarkston and the turnaround. Riders can keep it casual at roughly 36 miles, or add extra distance with optional paved out-and-backs on Buffalo Jump Road or to Willow Creek.
River Road Ramble, Paradise Valley (formerly Tour de Chico)
August 9, 2026
Join the Touring group for the River Road Ramble ride in the Paradise Valley. Meet at 9:30 at the Carter’s Bridge fishing access on East River Road and ride 20 miles out (with add ons, like Mill Creek, an option for faster riders) for lunch at the Chico Grill.
Bridger Canyon Century
August 29, 2026
The Bridger Canyon Century is a classic Gallatin Valley road ride featuring big miles, big views, and a rewarding day in the saddle. Riders can choose between a full 105-mile paved loop or a shorter 87-mile option, both winding along the Bridger Mountains through Wilsall, Clyde Park, and Livingston before returning to Bozeman.