West Coast Gravel

Cottonwood Road and Gravel 200

May 24 - May 26 2025
Council Grove KS
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Distances: 3 days, road, gravel
Limited to: 300 Participants

The Cottonwood Road & Gravel 200 got its name in 1976 when a hearty group of cyclists from the Kaw Valley Bicycle Club were searching for a way to celebrate the nation’s 200th birthday. Looking at their maps, they realized a round trip from Topeka to Cottonwood Falls, Kansas is 200 miles, and covers some of the best cycling in the state. The ride is held every May on Memorial Day weekend and is in its 49th year.

The ride now begins and ends from Council Grove High School (129 Hockaday Street), with different route choices available to riders on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday of Memorial Day weekend. Riders can choose to ride all three days or select one or two.

There will be long and short routes and both gravel and paved road options–so bring all your bikes! E-bikes are welcome too on all of our routes. These routes will cover some of the best cycling terrain in the state, including through the celebrated Flint Hills.

The ride is open to riders of all ages (but those under 18 must have a parent riding, too). The Cottonwood 200 is an excellent way to train for longer rides later in the season (such as Unbound Gravel and Biking Across Kansas), so join us for a great weekend! It’s the best ride ever.

Cottonwood Road & Gravel 200

 
Start Located At: Council Grove High School, 129 Hockaday Street, Council Grove KS
 
 
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Registration Fees

Regular Registration:

January 1 – April 1: $195
April 2 – May 11: $215
KVBC Lifetime Members:

January 1 – April 1: $185
April 2 – May 11: $205
If you are unable to complete the full 3 days, we also have the following options for those riding 1 or 2 days:

1-Day Entry: $80
2-Day Entry: $160
 

Included

Registration includes sag stops with bountiful food and water; overnight air-conditioned accommodations at Council Grove High School, a catered meal each day, sweep vehicles providing emergency transportation, mechanical help available on Saturday and Sunday at the high school.

 
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May 24 2025 - EVENT: Cottonwood Road and Gravel 200