Wilderness Road Ride

The Wilderness Road Ride takes place Saturday of Memorial Day weekend. A scenic and historical adventure through southwest Virginia’s beautiful New River Valley, the ride follows part of Daniel Boone’s Wilderness Road.

This is a ride for the whole family to enjoy, with something for everyone — 4 routes ranging from a relaxed journey for novices, to a challenge for the fittest athlete.

The Routes

• The 14 mile route map

• The 29 mile route map

• The 38 mile route map

• The 58 mile route map

Detailed maps and cue sheets will be available at the start of the ride.

Registration and Ride Schedule

You may register ahead of time, either online or by mail. Use the links at the upper left of ths page. You may also register last minute at the Inn at Virginia Tech on Friday night, or at at the start-finish area, which opens at 6:30 AM Saturday.

Start your ride any time between 7:00 and 9:00 AM. Please be on time, and do not start after 9:00 AM.

Comments From Previous Riders

“This is my 5th year and it is always great!”

“Great choice of food! Nutritious.”

“Beautiful Countryside!”

“Great! 3rd time - I’ll do it again! Thank you!!”

“Great support + great volunteers! SAG vehicles was noticeable several times…”

“Did the ride in 2003 + 2004. I had no complaints with either year. So when I say more of the same that is a positive comment. I’ll be back in 2006.”

“Thank you for all your work!!”

Important Information

Please remember, this is not a race. All traffic laws, signals, and signs must be obeyed.

Personal SAG vehicles are not allowed.

Directions

The Wilderness Road Ride starts at the Dedmon Center at Radford University.

From Blacksburg: go west on Prices Fork Road (VA-685), turn right on Peppers Ferry Road (VA-114), left at Lee Highway (US-11), turn left (Main St.) after crossing the bridge on US-11, then turn left on University Drive, crossing the bridge to the Dedmon Center at the bottom of the hill. Park in the lower lot, below the Dedmon Center.

From I-81:Exit 109 to Radford, follow Tyler Avenue (VA-177) into Radford, turn right on Main St. (US-11), turn left on University Drive and cross the bridge to the Dedmon Center at the bottom of the hill. Park in the lower lot, below the Dedmon Center.

For more detailed directions and maps, see our Directions page.