The Ride

The century ride includes incredibly scenic as well as challenging terrain. The ride begins in Squaw Valley, follows along the beautiful north shore of Lake Tahoe, Brockway Summit, the Tahoe Donner area, Donner Lake, Donner Summit, and finishes back in Squaw Valley.

During the ride, Highway 40 will be closed to thru auto traffic at Donner Summit from approximately 11am to 2pm.

Due to road construction in Truckee, the route may detour slightly. Changes will be clearly marked with signs where needed. Please take care to stay on the marked course.

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There will be three routes: 100-miles, 60-miles, and 30-miles. All rides start and end at Squaw Valley USA near Lake Tahoe off Hwy 89. Extensive parking is available, but there is no overnight camping at the venue. (There are a number of local campgrounds nearby, however. Links to campground sites can be found at the bottom of our Lodging and Dining page. Please check for availability if you are planning to camp!)

Here is the Route Map and Elevation Profile.

Three Route Options

100 Mile Route: 6,800' vertical gain. After leaving Squaw Valley, ride along the Truckee River to Tahoe City, then enjoy 13 beautiful miles along the shoreline of Lake Tahoe before climbing up to Brockway Summit. Next, it's a long descent into Martis Valley, then a strenuous 8-mile climb into Tahoe Donner. Stop and take in the vistas from the top before descending back into Truckee for a 5-mile cruise along Donner Lake. Climb Old Highway 40 over Donner Summit, then descend to our lunch stop at Cisco Grove. Head back up to the Summit and enjoy an exhilarating and beautiful descent back to Donner Lake. The last 15 are flat miles alongside the Truckee River back to Squaw Valley.

A dinner will be served at the end of the event from 1:30 - 6:00 p.m. with live music provided by NTHS and NTMS Bands.

60 Mile Route: 2,500' vertical gain. Starts in Squaw Valley, follows the Truckee River to Truckee, then 5 miles alongside Donner Lake. A strenuous climb up Old Hwy 40 to Donner Summit provides incredible views along the way. Descend to our lunch stop at Cisco Grove. Turn around and return the way you came, this time enjoying an exhilarating descent to Donner Lake and a 15-mile flat finish back to Squaw Valley.

30 Mile Route: Starts from Squaw Valley to Truckee, then alongside Donner Lake to west end. Lunch is provided at the turn around at Donner Lake rest stop, then head back to Squaw Valley. This is a relatively easy novice ride.

Sharing the Road

In an effort to have our century ride cause as little disruption to local traffic as possible, we ask that all riders follow the basic rules of the road:

• Obey all traffic laws.
• Ride single file as much as possible. If you must ride double at times, pass as quickly as possible and single up promptly.
• Be courteous and friendly with all motorists and residents you encounter. They are our neighbors.
• Our use of this route in the future may depend on our good cycling behavior now. Thanks for your cooperation.
• This is not a race! Ride reasonably!

Safety Requirements

A properly fitting, US CPSC-approved helmet is required of all riders at all times. It is the rider's responsibility to bring a bicycle that is in safe working condition. Carry a pump, a spare tube, and patch kit. Bring an extra water bottle. Always carry ID and emercency phone numbers for yourself. It makes sense to also list your medical insurance carrier and your blood type.

Riders must be 14 years of age or older, except tandem stoker (back) rider.

Food & Services

Squaw Valley USA - Squaw Valley, California

• Restrooms
• Fresh fruit, munchies, cookies
• Water and drinks (no paper cups provided, so keep track of your water bottle!)
• Tech support

• You may bag your gear and clothing for pickup at the finish
• Fresh fruit, munchies, cookies
• Water and drinks
• Restrooms
• Tech support

• SAG Wagons
• Marshalls on course for assistance
• All turn-off's clearly marked