LoToJa Classic 2026 (Logan, UT to Jackson, WY) was started in the 1980s by two Logan cyclists who wanted a race that resembled the difficulty of a one-day European classic. LoToJa’s first year featured seven cyclists racing 192 miles from Logan, Utah, to the finish line in Jackson, Wyoming’s town square. It has since become one of the nation’s premier amateur cycling competitions. The team at Strambecco considers it one of the Best Road Cycling Events in the Southwest.

Few cycling events in the United States command the respect and awe as the LoToJa Classic. Kicking off in Logan, Utah, and culminating at Teton Village, Jackson Hole, Wyoming, this event is renowned for its breathtaking scenery, varying terrain, and the sheer challenge it presents. Sprawling over 200 miles, the race boasts an impressive elevation gain of approximately 9,800 feet and the three mountain passes riders must conquer within the first 110 miles.

Starting at an elevation of 4,533 feet, the 30-plus miles leading to Preston offer moderate terrain—an ideal warm-up for the steeper challenges ahead. The 47-mile stretch to Montpelier demands grit, with 60% of the route uphill, featuring a grueling 22-mile climb up Strawberry/Emigration Canyon topping at 7,424 feet. The road to Afton presents two substantial climbs across 47 miles, reaching Geneva Summit at 6,923 feet before tackling Salt River Pass, peaking at 7,630 feet. The final 47-mile stretch is a visual treat as cyclists navigate through Snake River Canyon beneath the majestic Teton Range.

Things kick off early Saturday morning in Downtown Logan in Utah, and the finish line awaits riders starting at 2:00 pm at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Teton Village in Wyoming. Post-ride celebrations include awards for the Utah Triple Crank winners. There is also a KOM/QOM competition starting four miles south of Salt River Pass summit, given to the fastest climb time recorded by an individual male and female cyclist.

Registration is limited for this special event, and a lottery system is in place. One participant shared, “It doesn’t matter how much you suffered and told yourself you would never do this stinking ride again, moments, hours, or even the next day after you finish LoToJa — your mind will do something very unusual. It will start to plan strategies how to improve your time for next year. Before you know it, you will be a member of the LoToJa 1000-mile club.”