Race to Valhalla
APRIL 26, 2025 - 9:00AM START TIME
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Don't miss out on one of the most exciting venues in the Southeast!
Cycling Event and Festival
Downtown Walhalla, SC
The town of Walhalla goes all out to welcome us into their town. Nestled at the start of the mountains, Walhalla has the cycling event in conjunction with a downtown festival. Feel like a pro as you ride down Main Street all the way to the finish line while the town comes out to watch and cheer.
Days until Race to Valhalla
Event 3 of 6 in the Southeast Gravel Series
Late April is the best time to ride in the Carolinas. The temps will be cool to start and won’t be too hot yet. Long gravel roads with no traffic, a half hour long climb, and riding along the Chattooga River greet you in our most demanding and scenic course.
Bring Your Climbing Legs
Winding Stairs Rd come in the early stages of this course. Climb from the scenic Lake Cherokee on a steep winding gravel road that can take the better part of a half hour to climb.
Lots of Camping Nearby
Oconee State Park and South Cove County Park both offer plenty of camping spots and are very close to the start. What better way to make a full weekend in the most beautiful part of South Carolina than to enjoy the whole weekend outside.
See the Town Come Out
With an amazing downtown start/finish venue in conjunction with an art festival, the entire town of Walhalla comes out for this event. On finishing, riders come down main street (which has been closed to traffic) for an amazing final mile stretch to the finish.
Free Food/Free Beer
Go as hard as you want, and know that a hot meal and a cold refreshing beer will be awaiting you at the finish line. Stick around and cheer on fellow riders who are finishing.
Fun for the Whole Family
With camping, a bustling downtown, shopping, and a festival, there is fun for the whole family. Plan to come for the day, or better yet, stay for the whole weekend!
Show up prepared
Course Distances, Maps, and GPS Files
Long Course - 72 Miles
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38984538
Short Course - 48 Miles
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38984570
