California Gravel Event Calendar 2026
We're excited to share the complete 2026 California Gravel Event Calendar. The Golden State's gravel scene continues to explode with new events, returning favorites, and an ever expanding community of riders discovering what makes this discipline so amazing. Whether you're a seasoned rider or new to the drop-bar off-road world, this year's lineup has something for everyone, from rugged mountain challenges in the Sierras to scenic coastal adventures along the Pacific. Each event offers its own unique blend of challenging terrain, breathtaking landscapes, and the tight-knit community atmosphere that defines gravel culture. We hope you'll find the perfect ride to challenge yourself and connect with fellow adventurers.
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2026 California Gravel Events
January
17 - Rancho Rendezvous - Rancho San Diego, CA
24 - Gravel and Wine, Temecula, CA
25 - Low Gap, Grasshopper Adventure Series, Ukiah, CA
31 - L.A. Tourist Race #2, Burbank, CA
February
7 - Rock Cobbler, Bakersfield, CA
21 - Pie in the Sky, Escondido, CA
21 - Let’s Gravel Race, Lake Hughes, CA
28 - Huffmaster Hopper, Grasshopper Adventure Series, Maxwell, CA
March
14 - Ranch to Ridge, Palomar Mountain, CA
21 - Redlands Strada Rossa, Redlands, CA
21 - Gravel and Wine, Paso Robles, CA
21 - L.A. Tourist Race #3, Burbank, CA
28 - King Ridge, Grasshopper Adventure Series, Duncans Mills, CA
28 - Everyone Loves Raymond, Raymond, CA
Great Western Reroute, May 16, 2026, Alpine, CA. PC: Jake Orness
April
12 - Bedrock Valley Gravel Ride, Hemet, CA
11 - South Bay Brew Baix, National City, CA
17 - Sea Otter Classic, Monterey, CA
18 - Gravel and Wine, Warner Springs, CA
25 - Jackson Forest, Grasshopper Adventure Series, Casper, CA
25 - L.A. Tourist Race #4, Burbank, CA
26 - Whiskey Tango Fondo, Independence, CA
May
3 - Grizzly Peak Century, Moraga, CA
3 - Belgian Waffle Ride, Del Mar, CA
16 - Great Western Reroute, Alpine, CA
27 - Ukiah-Mendo Epic, Grasshopper Adventure Series, Ukiah, CA
30 - Groveland Grind, Groveland, CA
June
6 - Marin Overland, Rodeo Beach, CA
6 - The Great Descent, Littlerock, CA
13 - Lost and Found, Portola, CA
27 - Truckee Tahoe Gravel, Truckee, CA
July
12 - Butte County Gravel Grind, Forest Ranch, CA
August
15 - MCBC Dirt Fondo, Marin Headlands, CA
September
12 - Lassen Gravel Adventure Ride, Susanville, CA
12 - Lost Coast Hopper, Usal, CA
12 - Grinduro, Quincy, CA
19 - Mammoth Tuff, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Brian McCulloch at the 2025 Great Western Reroute. PC: Jake Orness
