The team at Strambecco rates the Best Gravel Cycling Events Rockies 2025 based on various factors, including reputation, route quality, location, rider feedback, and the event’s or race’s overall uniqueness. Spanning Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming, Rocky Mountain terrain features of Strambecco’s best list include tall peaks, canyons, basins and valleys, and forested regions. You can expect lots of elevation gain and events at high base elevations.
If we had to pick the best of the best gravel cycling events Rockies 2025, or those you’d classify as bucket list events, we’d recommend the Co2Ut in April or Rebecca’s Private Idaho in September. We also find a strong correlation between the best events and professional events producers. In the Rockies, premiere event producers include Outside Events, Lifetime Events, and the Gran Fondo National Series.
Strambecco does not list every event. We strive to identify and review events that are special and noteworthy. If you have suggestions on other events we should consider or review, please contact us here or send us a note at editors@strambecco. Strambecco also rates the Rocky’s best Road and MTB Events.
Scheduled for July each year, this year’s Ned Gravel 2026 event in Nederland, Colorado, is an unmissable adventure and is aimed to be its biggest and best yet, emphasizing inclusivity, challenge, and…
The FoCo Fondo 2026 is a unique gravel cycling event in Fort Collins, Colorado. Established in 2015 by Zack Allison and Jake Arnold, with significant contributions from Whitney Allison, the event has…
The Last Best Ride (TLBR) 2026 epitomizes the thrill of gravel cycling amidst the stunning vistas of Whitefish, Montana. Held annually, this event has become a beacon for cyclists seeking adventure and…
Picked as one of our Best Gravel Cycling Events in Colorado, Crooked Gravel 2026 offers two exceptional routes that capture the finest gravel trails in Grand County, CO and feature meandering ascents…
Offering 350 riders an unforgettable experience through the Canadian Rockies, TransRockies Gravel Royale 2026 is a signature event in the Transrockies Race Series. In three days, riders will travel 300 km (186…
Rebecca’s Private Idaho (RPI) 2026 is a multi-day gravel grinder that takes place annually on Labor Day weekend. It is arguably one of America’s most beautiful gravel events, with its base of…
In the expansive world of gravel cycling races, Fistful of Dirt 2026 stands out as a true gem, blending the rugged spirit of Wyoming with the adrenaline-pumping thrill of off-road cycling. What…
Set against the backdrop of one of Colorado’s coolest small towns, Salida 76 2026 offers a perfect blend of rugged terrain, breathtaking scenery, and a vibrant community atmosphere that celebrates the essence…
Nestled in the heart of Southern Colorado, Trinidad offers a breathtaking backdrop of towering Spanish Peaks and expansive mesas. This fall, The Rad Dirt Fest 2026 promises to take gravel cycling enthusiasts…
Longmont Gravel 2026, previously known as Lefthand Gravel, is an eagerly anticipated race for gravel cycling enthusiasts in the Front Range of Colorado from the producers of Ned Gravel. Organized by Peak…
Rexy Co2uT 2026 (Colorado to Utah), aka Queen of the Desert, is designed not just as a race but as a true desert adventure, setting riders on a journey across stunning terrain…
Last updated June 7, 2026 Event for 2027 has not been confirmed yet… Every other year, the cycling community turns its attention to Boulder, Colorado, for one of the most exciting and…
Adventure Fest 2027 is a unique multi-sport experience in one of the Best Destinations for Outdoor Athletes – Fruita, Colorado, near Utah’s border, and combines MTB, Gravel, and a Trail Running event…
Last updated June 7, 2026 Event for 2027 has not been confirmed yet… The Dirty Edge Gravel 2027 event is a part of Adventure Fest, a unique multi-sport experience in one of…
Last updated June 7, 2026 Event for 2027 has not been confirmed yet… The Ride Collective Series gives cyclists access to a secret stash of high desert gravel via Wild Horse Gravel…
