Tour Of the Scioto River Valley TOSRV

May 15 - May 17 2026

Chillicothe OH

Date Confirmed

Registration Opened: January 12 2026

Distances: 58, 68, 93, 100 miles

Limited to: 2,000 or less Participants

Mark your calendar for May 15–17, 2026, when Chillicothe, Ohio becomes the gathering place for riders from across the region for a full weekend of cycling, community, and celebration.

The Tour of the Scioto River Valley (TOSRV) returns for its 65th year, continuing a tradition that has welcomed riders of all abilities for more than six decades. What began as a classic point-to-point ride has evolved into a modern weekend cycling festival, while staying rooted in the routes, camaraderie, and spirit that define TOSRV.

Bike packing option - We'll again host a group of bike packers riding to/from Chillicothe - start location TBD - Register as a regular TOSRV Weekend rider.

The routes will incorporate key portions of the traditional TOSRV course while also offering a flat alternative via the Paint Creek Trail between Chillicothe and Washington Courthouse.

All routes start/finish in Yoctangee Park, Chillicothe, Ohio.

Saturday’s route will utilize the legacy route on Three Locks Road between Chillicothe and Waverly; the return options will vary from a return on Three Locks Road or more challenging routes with an extra loop to the south and/or the return to the east of the Scioto River through Tar Hollow State Park. We’re also entertaining a gravel road loop in Scioto Trail State Forest.

Saturday looks like this:
58 miles (1,700 ft) Chillicothe to Waverly & return east of Scioto River & Richmond Dale
68 miles (2,700 ft) Chillicothe to Waverly & return through Tar Hollow
93 miles (4,100 ft) Chillicothe entire southern loop & return through Tar Hollow
100 miles (4,300 ft)

Sunday’s route will utilize the legacy route on State Route 104 to Circleville; the return options will vary from a direct return on SR 104 to more lengthy and hilly options through Tarlton, and Kingston.

Sunday looks like this:
50 miles (1,500 ft) Chillicothe to Circleville & return (short)
65 miles (2,000 ft) Chillicothe to Circleville & longer return
75 miles (2,300 ft) Chillicothe to Circleville & extra loop
100 miles (2,500 ft) Add Paint Creek Trail

An additional option to “build your own” – The Paint Creek Trail stretches 34 miles from Chillicothe to Washington Courthouse. Its a longstanding trail that few seem to know about. If you want to ride less then 50 miles, or stick to a flat trail, this is an option.

These options will appeal to a broad range of cyclists as a “Spring Training” weekend. Bite off as much as you want. Ride just the legacy portions of the routes for a taste of the old days. Or, tackle the new loops with more significant elevation gains (4,300ft or 2,500 ft!) than the traditional TOSRV route!

TOSRV: A Bucket List Cycling Tradition Since 1962

What began as a father-son adventure has blossomed into a beloved annual tradition for cyclists of all levels. For over 60 years, the TOSRV (Tour of the Scioto River Valley) has earned its place as a bucket list ride, attracting thousands of riders, and becoming the largest cycling event in the nation. It is a testament to the enduring appeal of this classic tour, which Bicycling Magazine consistently features on its “Bucket Rides” list.

TOSRV sparked the bicycle touring revolution in America. It is the oldest, continuing tour in the nation.

Tour Of the Scioto River Valley (TOSRV)