May 18, 2024 Grand Depart – Tracking Map: trackleaders.com/transva24f
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May 2024-The New River Trail is still undergoing construction requires detour from the rail trail. The Austinville-Buck Dam section of the NRT is the remaining section relevant to the TVA (“just another two weeks…”). Suggested detour: ridewithgps.com/routes/44582176. See the official website for the latest information: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/new-river-trail The 2024 Grand Depart will use this detour.
Ride from DC to Damascus to cross Virginia in 565 miles on mostly unpaved country and forest roads, double track and rail trails. Explore Virginia’s best backcountry riding on this new gravel bikepacking and touring route focused on rideable, non-technical, unpaved terrain intended for multi-day trips carrying overnight gear. The route traverses a variety of challenging climbs in remote areas of VA’s beautiful mountains, national forests and public lands. [about the route] [frequently asked questions]
TransVA Mountain 565:
- Total Distance: 566 miles (912km)
- Total climbing: 47,284 ft (14,412m)
- 9 Days at 62 miles/day, 5253 ft/day (a week and 2 weekends)
Check out recent trip reports and photos on Instagram and Facebook
Email bike@transvirginia.org with route questions,
ideas or anything relevant to the project!