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Day 1 - Shuttle / Meet in Portland

We'll meet in Portland, Oregon on Saturday and start riding Sunday morning. Fly into Portland on Saturday, where a shuttle will pick you up at noon and take you to the ride start in Sandy. After checking into our hotel, you'll have the chance to get settled in and set up your bike. At an early evening orientation we'll provide an overview for the week, make introductions, and answer any questions you have.

Day 2 - Cascades Scenic Byway

On day one we ride from the town of Sandy along the Cascades Scenic Byway to the town of Detroit. The Cascade range is full of quiet one-lane roads that wind through the mountains. Many of the roads we'll ride, like this one, have little to no traffic at all. Our hotel for the next two nights is the McKenzie Riverside Cottages, a collection of beautiful cabins along the banks of the Mckenzie river.

 

77 miles / 4,500 ft. elevation gain

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Day 3 - McKenzie Pass Scenic Byway

The next day we ride the spectacular McKenzie Pass Scenic Byway. It starts with a gradual 30 mile climb to the top of the pass where you'll be treated to views of volcanic lava flows and snow-capped mountains. After lunch at the top, those who wish to ride the full 90 miles will drop down to the town of Sisters, the turnaround point. Anyone wishing a shorter ride can simply turn around for a 30 mile downhill back to the hotel! At the end of the day we'll take a short hike to some natural hot springs for a soak.

89 miles / 6,500 ft. elevation gain

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Day 4 - Cascades Scenic Byway

Day four finds us back on the Cascades Scenic Byway on a section known as the Aufderheide Memorial Drive. We start the morning by riding through a covered bridge across the McKenzie river. There are not too many places you can ride such a quiet scenic byway through this kind of old growth forest. Lunch is next to a grove of redwood trees named for U.S. presidents. Our hotel for the night is the Westfir Lodge, a small bed and breakfast that sits across from a beautiful covered bridge.

62 miles / 4,000 ft. elevation gain

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Day 5 - Westfir to Crater Lake

The next day takes us far into the backcountry as we ride only recently paved forest roads on our way to Crater Lake. There will be some steep climbs reaching 10% in spots before we are rewarded with a big downhill to the Rouge-Umqua Scenic Byway. From there it's a short shuttle to our hotel for the next two nights, the world famous Crater Lake Lodge, a beautiful National Park Lodge overlooking the rim of Crater lake. Expect succulent dining and cocktails around a large roaring fireplace in the great hall.

80 miles / 6,800 ft. elevation gain

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Day 6 - Crater Lake

Today we ride around Crater Lake! Ranked as one of the top one-day rides in the country, the volcanic formed lake is visible for most of the ride as we circle its' steep crater rim, ending back were we started for a second night at Crater Lake Lodge. Don't forget your camera because you'll want to take lots of pictures.

34 miles / 5,000 ft. elevation gain

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Day 7 - Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway

Our final day we ride the entire Cascades Lakes Scenic Byway. This quiet Byway winds its way through the forest around numerous lakes with stunning mountain views. We'll have lunch on a picture-perfect lake before climbing up to Mount Bachelor, and then descending 15 miles to our hotel for the night, the Inn of the Seventh Mountain.

76 miles / 4,100 ft. elevation gain

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Day 8 - Return Shuttle to Portland

The Cascades region is a land of contrasts. You'll ride through dense forest giving way to volcanic lava flows and blue shimmering lakes. Along the way we'll ride through covered bridges, take a dip in the local hot springs, visit a volcanic park, stay in beautiful resorts, dine at fine restaurants next to enchanting rivers, and ride around world famous Crater Lake. What more can you ask from a ride?

Today we say goodbye to our new cycling friends, and for those with flights, an early morning departure for Portland.

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