Kootenay Gravel Cycling Routes
Classic gravel cycling routes in the Central Kootenays of British Columbia
Our Kootenay Gravel Cycling Routes page is driven by a passion for exploration, community and sharing epic gravel rides in the Kootenays. Through purveying a curated selection of rides, we hope to inspire and empower gravel biking enthusiasts to discover the untamed beauty of the Kootenay region.
We share GPS routes and maps on our Kootenay Gravel Cycling Routes page to enhance visiting riders’ experiences and promote exploration in the Kootenay region. By offering curated routes, we aim to provide gravel biking enthusiasts with the tools they need to enjoy memorable and fulfilling riding experiences in this spectacular part of the Kootenays.
The Valhalla Circumnavigation
gravel biking, mountain bikingThe Resource Road network between Slocan and the Columbia River provides many tempting possibilities for the gravel enthusiast. I’ve been contemplating the idea of circumnavigating the Valhallas on a gravel bike for some time now. After a fair amount of research, Svein Tuft and decided to give it a go. We did the trip as […]
Wilson Creek Gravel Ride
gravel bikingThe Wilson Creek gravel ride is a Kootenay classic. From a true backcountry feel, to buttery smooth gravel, some rough and tumble sections to solid climbs and sinuous descents, this ride will give you a solid backcountry gravel fix. There are many ways to do this ride, but I chose to do it as part […]
Slocan Gravel Biking
gravel bikingOne of the ultimate Kootenay gravel biking adventures. The seemingly endless network of resource roads in southern BC provide a means to explore vast amounts of territory by bike. After looking at maps and scheming about a summer adventure, Svein Tuft and I decided to go for a gravel ride around the Valhallas. We headed […]