Century Rides in North Carolina
The comprehensive 2026 directory of 100-mile centuries, metric centuries (62 miles), and endurance cycling tours across North Carolina.
Cycling in North Carolina: Terrain & Route Overview
North Carolina is a premier cycling powerhouse, offering some of the highest and most revered mountain passes in the Eastern United States. The Blue Ridge Parkway winds along the crest of the southern Appalachians, treating century riders to sweeping valley vistas, cool mountain air, and iconic ascents like Mount Mitchell—the highest peak east of the Mississippi. Famous century rides like Bridge to Bridge and the Blood, Sweat & Gears century challenge riders with thousands of vertical feet of climbing. Eastward in the Piedmont and Sandhills, rolling agricultural roads provide fast, rhythmic touring, while the Outer Banks coastal route offers flat, breeze-swept seaside riding. Supported by an energetic cycling culture, southern hospitality, and world-class scenery, North Carolina is a bucket-list destination for every serious century cyclist.
Terrain Characteristics: Blue Ridge & Great Smoky Mountain summits, rolling Piedmont hardwood forests, and Outer Banks coastal shores.
Riding Season & Weather: April through October (Mountains); March through November (Piedmont/Coast).
📍 North Carolina Century Rides Map
8 Plotted EventsBlood, Sweat & Gears
JuneDemanding mountain century tackling steep climbs around Snake Mountain and the Blue Ridge Parkway.
⚡ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | Forward Calendar (Schedule Pending) |
| Qualified Distances | 🏔️ Imperial Century (100 mi)⏱️ Metric Century (62 mi)🗺️ RWGPS Map |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Cancelled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | June |
| RWGPS Telemetry | Interactive Route Map (1) → • Send to Wahoo/Garmin ↗ • GPX ⬇ • TCX ⬇ |
| Starting Venue | Valle Crucis Start Hub |
| Location | Valle Crucis, NC |
| GPS Coordinates | 36.207041, -81.880563 (Google Maps ↗) |
| Organizer | Blood, Sweat & Gears Organizing Committee ↗ |
| Entry Fee | $0 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link ↗ |
Blue Ridge Ride
📅 Sep 13 – 27, 2026This unique two-week event offers the opportunity to escape the summer heat and ride through the Blue Ridge Mountains all while creating an opportunity to serve those in need of a decent place in which to live.
⚡ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2026 Verified Census |
| Qualified Distances | 🏔️ Imperial Century (100 mi)⏱️ Metric Century (62 mi) |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | 📅 Sep 13 – 27, 2026 |
| End Date | 2026-09-27 |
| Starting Venue | Asheville, NC |
| Location | Asheville, NC, NC |
| GPS Coordinates | 35.597075, -82.556533 (Google Maps ↗) |
| Organizer | Fuller Center Bike Adventure ↗ |
| Entry Fee | $0 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link ↗ |
Boone Gran Fondo, a SENA Gran Fondo National Series event
📅 Aug 08, 2027THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR THE 2027 EVENT DETAILS BELOW SUBJECT TO CHANGE For most up to date details, visit: https://www.granfondonationalseries.com/gran-fondo-boone BOONE GRAN FONDO Boone, NC August 2, 2026 Click here to add to calendar Event Open to All from Beginner to Elite 3 Loops to Choose From 4 Timed Sections in the 80 mile loop – Best Combined Time Wins Age Group Categories Awards and Winners jerseys for...
⚡ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2027 Forward Calendar |
| Qualified Distances | ⏱️ Metric Century (62 mi) |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | 📅 Aug 08, 2027 |
| Street Address | 164 South Depot Street |
| Location | Boone, NC 30525 |
| GPS Coordinates | 36.21792, -81.68479 (Google Maps ↗) |
| Organizer | Gran Fondo National Championship Series, LLC ↗ |
| Entry Fee | $120 - $170 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link ↗ |
Cycle North Carolina (Mountains to Coast)
OctoberA fully supported cross-state bicycle tour of North Carolina, passing through nearly 700 North Carolina communities and stopped overnight in over 100 North Carolina towns.
⚡ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | Forward Calendar (Schedule Pending) |
| Qualified Distances | 🏔️ Imperial Century (100 mi)⏱️ Metric Century (62 mi) |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | October |
| Starting Venue | North Carolina Start Hub |
| Location | North Carolina, NC |
| GPS Coordinates | 35.759573, -79.0193 (Google Maps ↗) |
| Organizer | North Carolina Amateur Sports ↗ |
| Organizer Contact | [email protected] |
| Entry Fee | $0 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link ↗ |
Gran Fondo Asheville, p/b Applewood Manor Foundation, a SENA Gran Fondo National Series event
📅 Jul 18, 2027THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR 2027 THESE DETAILS ARE FOR 2026 EVENT DETAILS HERE SUBJECT TO CHANGE For most up to date details, visit: https://www.granfondonationalseries.com/gran-fondo-asheville Presented By The Applewood Manor Foundation Asheville, North Carolina DATE: Sunday, July 19, 2026 Click here to add to your google calendar Event Start Finish: Asheville Yards - 75 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 3 Distances to...
⚡ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2027 Forward Calendar |
| Qualified Distances | 🏔️ Imperial Century (100 mi)⏱️ Metric Century (62 mi) |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | 📅 Jul 18, 2027 |
| Street Address | 75 Coxe Ave |
| Location | Asheville, NC 28801 |
| GPS Coordinates | 35.592083, -82.555357 (Google Maps ↗) |
| Organizer | Gran Fondo National Series ↗ |
| Entry Fee | $120 - $220 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link ↗ |
The Assaults on Mt. Mitchell and Marion
📅 May 20, 2024The Assaults on Mt. Mitchell and Marion is a one-day cycling challenge that takes riders from Spartanburg, SC to the top of the highest peak in the East, Mt. Mitchell.
⚡ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | Forward Calendar (Schedule Pending) |
| Qualified Distances | 🏔️ Imperial Century (100 mi)⏱️ Metric Century (62 mi) |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | 📅 May 20, 2024 |
| End Date | 2024-05-20T17:30:00 |
| Starting Venue | Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium |
| Location | Spartanburg, SC, NC |
| GPS Coordinates | 35.759573, -79.0193 (Google Maps ↗) |
| Organizer | Freewheelers of Spartanburg, Inc. ↗ |
| Organizer Contact | [email protected] |
| Entry Fee | $0 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link ↗ |
The Middle Fork Fondo 2026
📅 Oct 31, 2026The Middle Fork Fondo 2026 benefits Bikes 4 Kids NC, supporting the year-round work that makes it possible to provide bicycles to children in need at Christmas. There are four scenic routes with minimal elevation to choose from at distances of 64, 50, 35, 21 miles. An aid station will be available for hydration and snacks. There will be 3 optional timed sectors for those that want to test their fitness and win...
⚡ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2026 Verified Census |
| Qualified Distances | ⏱️ Metric Century (62 mi)⚡ Half Century (50 mi)🗺️ RWGPS Map (4) |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | 📅 Oct 31, 2026 |
| RWGPS Telemetry | Interactive Route Map (4) → • Send to Wahoo/Garmin ↗ • GPX ⬇ • TCX ⬇ |
| Street Address | 336 Banner Farm Rd |
| Location | Mills River, NC 28759 |
| GPS Coordinates | 35.380463, -82.565498 (Google Maps ↗) |
| Organizer | Bikes 4 Kids NC ↗ |
| Entry Fee | $60 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link ↗ |
Trailblazer Trek
📅 Apr 11, 2027What is the Trailblazer Trek? The Trailblazer Trek is a charity bike ride supporting Forsyth Technical Community College Athletics and hosted by Forsyth Tech Athletics, on Sunday, April 11, 2027. Forsyth Tech Athletics started their athletic programs in 2025-2026 with Esports, Women's Court Volleyball and Men's Basketball. Route Descriptions All routes begin and end at the Forsyth Technical Community College...
⚡ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2027 Forward Calendar |
| Qualified Distances | ⏱️ Metric Century (62 mi) |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | 📅 Apr 11, 2027 |
| Street Address | 3111 Big Oaks Dr |
| Location | King, NC 27021 |
| GPS Coordinates | 36.256592, -80.376473 (Google Maps ↗) |
| Organizer | Forsyth Tech Athletic Department and Winston-Salem Police Department ↗ |
| Entry Fee | $50 - $65 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link ↗ |