FREE Alpine Arizona Gravel Bike Camp

Sunday–Thursday | August 16–20
Join us for the 4th annual FREE Alpine Arizona Gravel Bike Camp, a multi-day gravel riding adventure set in the stunning White Mountains. Expect epic routes, community vibes, camping, potlucks, and an expo-style kickoff party. All are welcome—gravel riders, bike groups, shops, and outdoor adventurers!

Schedule & Ride Details (Tentative Routes)
Sunday, August 16 – Kickoff Party

 Alpine Community Center
 12:00–5:00 PM
• Expo-style event with food & drinks
• Potluck (bring a dish to share!)
• Possible live band in the large auditorium
• Meet fellow riders, bike groups, shops, and outdoor vendors

Monday, August 17 – Riding Begins
• Crescent Lake ride
• Option to hike the beautiful Thompson Trail
• OR continue riding to Reservation Lake

Tuesday, August 18
• Ride the 285 Road to Crosby Crossing, then 90 to 261

Wednesday, August 19
• Ride the East Fork of the Black River
249E → 24 → Buffalo Crossing Rd → Diamond Rock → return
OR out to the 249 main road back to camp

 

 “Black and Blue” Option (advanced):
Spruce Dale Lodge → 27 Road → Red Hill → Blue Road → major climb back to town
(This route is famously known as Black and Blue.)

Thursday, August 20
• Later start
• Depart from Aspen Lodge
• Ride 191 → 403 Road (Michelle’s favorite!)
• Past the cell tower → Williams Valley → back via 249 to Alpine

 Lodging & Camping Options
Aspen Lodge – Alpine, AZ
 Reservations: 866-322-7736
 [email protected]
(Contact Dyan – Joe helps as well)
Rates (confirm pricing when booking):
• $25 dry camping
• $35 electric camping
• $85 cabin (shared bath)
• $115 private cabin (private bath)
(Share cabins to save!)

Many riders will also be camping at:
 Apache Trout Campground (Aspen Loop – sites 49 & 50)
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest via Recreation.gov

 Who’s Invited?
• Gravel and cycling groups
• Bike shops & tour companies
• Outdoor adventure vendors
• Independent riders (all welcome!)

 Expo Vendors – FREE!
Interested in being an Expo Vendor at the August 16 kickoff?
Vendor ideas include:
• Bike shops or clubs
• Tour companies
• Hiking or outdoor gear brands
• Lodging, horseback riding, and adventure services
• Other outdoor adventure companies

IT’s FREE RSVP
Join for unforgettable gravel riding, community, and mountain magic in Alpine, AZ!