RACE TO
VALHALLA
REGISTER
APRIL 25, 2026
DOWNTOWN WALHALLA, SC
CONFIRMED RIDER LIST
CYCLING EVENT AND FESTIVAL
The town of Walhalla goes all out to welcome us into their town. Nestled at the start of the mountains, Walhalla has the cycling event in conjunction with a downtown festival. Feel like a pro as you ride down Main Street all the way to the finish line while the town comes out to watch and cheer.
EVENT 2 OF 4 IN THE SEG SERIES
Late April is the best time to ride in the Carolinas. The temps will be cool to start and won’t be too hot yet. Long gravel roads with no traffic, a half hour long climb, and riding along the Chattooga River greet you in our most demanding and scenic course.
BRING YOUR CLIMBING LEGS
Winding Stairs Rd come in the early stages of this course. Climb from the scenic Lake Cherokee on a steep winding gravel road that can take the better part of a half hour to climb.
LOTS OF CAMPING NEARBY
Oconee State Park and South Cove County Park both offer plenty of camping spots and are very close to the start. What better way to make a full weekend in the most beautiful part of South Carolina than to enjoy the whole weekend outside.
SEE THE TOWN COME OUT
With an amazing downtown start/finish venue in conjunction with an art festival, the entire town of Walhalla comes out for this event. On finishing, riders come down main street (which has been closed to traffic) for an amazing final mile stretch to the finish.
FREE FOOD / FREE BEER
Go as hard as you want, and know that a hot meal and a cold refreshing beer will be awaiting you at the finish line. Stick around and cheer on fellow riders who are finishing.
FUN FOR WHOLE FAMILY
With camping, a bustling downtown, shopping, and a festival, there is fun for the whole family. Plan to come for the day, or better yet, stay for the whole weekend!
TOP 6 RIDERS SCORE
Your best six finishers make up your team total.
CATEGORY-BASED POINTS
Points are earned from Age Group & Elite results.
SHORT & LONG COURSE
Short and Long Course results are combined into one overall Team leaderboard.
OVERALL TEAM PODIUM
Top 3 teams overall earn podium recognition.
AID STATIONS
We will have fully stocked aid stations on course for both the long and short courses. You can expect water, carb drink mix, gels, pickle juice, coke, and lot's of other fun snacks!
LONG COURSE
Mile 19.3, 57.5
SHORT COURSE
Mile 19.3, 32.8
COURSES
Important: To preview the courses, click on the links.
These routes are only to be ridden on race day! Do not ride Coppermine road, use above routes except race day.
RIDE WITH GPS
Long Course – 73 Miles
Short Course – 48 Miles
Fun Course – 20 Miles
STRAVA
Long Course – 72 Miles
Short Course – 48 Miles
Fun Course – 20 Miles
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START TIME / DIRECTIONS
LONG COURSE
9:00 AM
SHORT COURSE
9:30 AM
FUN COURSE
10:00 AM
DOWNTOWN WALHALLA, SC
DIRECTIONS TO START
VALHALLA AWAITS
This year’s second race, a challenge that will undoubtedly put you to the test in every way. Secure your spot now and experience the true path to Valhalla!
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2026 RACES
Sumter Forest is just the beginning. The Southeast Gravel calendar is packed with incredible routes, relentless fast gravel, and the best community in cycling.
