With thousands of miles of gravel, paved roads, and singletrack, gravel riding around Bend is all about adventure. With endless views, breathtaking scenery, and a wide selection of terrain from smooth to technical, you’re bound to find a gravel grinding route in Central Oregon that’s perfect for you.

The five-star gravel rides that comprise the Cascades Gravel Scenic Bikeway showcase spectacular scenery and varied terrain that will get your legs pedaling and your mind expanding. Experienced adventurers looking for a multi-day adventure will find plenty of options for bike-packing routes through the Central Cascades and Deschutes National Forest. What better way to get off the beaten path, spend the night under star-filled skies, and hear the wind in the trees than on two wheels.

If you’re gravel bike curious, new to the sport, or don’t feel like bringing your bike with you, check in with the experts at our local bike shops, including Sunnyside Sports, Project Bike, or Web Cyclery, for rentals, sales, local route intel, and service.

For a complete selection of gravel routes in Central Oregon, head over to Dirty Freehub, where their mission is to keep you smiling and riding dirty. These guys are the gurus of gravel riding and offer tons of routes, maps, tips, and a podcast to keep you stoked on gravel even while you’re driving or at work.