Loudoun 1725 Gravel Grinder

Sunday June 9, 2024

The Loudoun 1725 Gravel Grinder is a scenic bike ride along historic gravel roads in Northern Virginia. Located east of the Blue Ridge, in lush Loudoun Valley, these crushed rock roadways meander through awe inspiring beauty, past stone walls, grand estates, horse farms, wineries, bubbling creeks, tiny hamlets, and significant historical sites. Riding these roads is a sublime experience – like stepping back in time and cycling through history.

With over 300 miles of gravel road dating back to the early 1700s, Loudoun County Virginia boasts the largest and oldest intact network of gravel roads in the United States. When settlement in this area officially began in the year 1725, these roads were first used by mills and farms to get goods to market and by settlers to get to town and church. Today these special routes are used by residents, farmers, visitors, equestrians, and cyclists.

The event will start and finish at the very beautiful Foxcroft School just outside in the quaint town of Middleburg. From Foxcroft, riders will embark along a 40, 60, or 80-mile route. The ride will be fully marked and supported, with well stocked rest stops, mechanical and SAG support, and great post-ride food and beer!

Optional pre-orders for post race meal is $20. Food options are Jeremiah’s BBQ, Taco Platters – 3 tacos served with Rice and Beans (Choice of Chicken, Pork or Veggie), or Grain Bowls (Choice of Chicken, Pork or Veggie). Beer provided onsite and sold by Bike Lane Brewing (Kolsch or IPA).

Check out last year’s ride guide.

Bike the Gravel

Saturday, September 28, 2024

7th Annual Bike The Gravel: Tour de Conservation Easement

Land Trust of Virginia is proud to host our 7th annual Bike the Gravel—Tour de CE from our exciting new location: The Virginia Tech Middleburg Agricultural Research and Extension Center (MARE) on Sullivan’s Road in Middleburg, VA.

What is Bike the Gravel?

A one-of-a-kind ride on scenic gravel roads, through gorgeous private properties of Loudoun and Fauquier Counties that are all in conservation easement and only viewable on this day!

Registration Opens February 1st!

To learn more about Bike the Gravel and to register visit BikeReg!

Brought to you by Land Trust of Virginia

If YOU Save the Land, YOU Save the Gravel!

Put it on your calendar, you won’t want to miss it!

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