Bike the Barns Routes Announced
Bike the Barns 2026 will feature the stunning backroads and panoramic views of the Champlain Valley.
You guessed it, this fall bicycling tour features farm stops, but what makes this event special is its ability to tell the rich agricultural story of the Lake Champlain Valley while experiencing the landscape by bike. You can see, smell and absorb so much more when moving by your own pedal power. Following the ride, we'll kick back with a fabulous locally sourced meal provided by ADK Food Therapy, delicious craft beverages by Ausable Brewing Company and live music by the Midnight Stargazers.
Sign up now to join the fun.
2026 ROUTES
This year's event will start and finish at the Essex County Fairgrounds in Westport and feature two fully-supported routes. Both are highlighted by stunning backroad views, plus interactive and delicious farm stops at Juniper Hill Farm and the Whallonsburg Grange.
Short Route - 20.6 miles: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/56290833
Long Route - 28.8 miles: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/56299574
T-SHIRT TIME
Now that our routes are locked, it's also time to debut the event t-shirt design that was inspired by the rich agricultural landscape of the Champlain Valley. Whether you're riding the event or not, you can pre-order one now.
The additional proceeds help us give a little extra boost to the good work of ANCA.
RAFFLE PRIZES
Every registrant will receive one free ticket for a chance to win these amazing prizes. Of course, you can increase your odds by purchasing more tickets at the event and ya gotta be there to win.
- Two Current Designs Solara 135 R Kayaks donated by High Peaks Cyclery
- One-night stay at VOCO Saranac Lake with $50 gift certificate to Lakeside Drift restaurant donated by VOCO
- Three-hour snowmobile tour on the Adirondack Rail Trail donated by Adirondack Snowmobile
- $50 gift card to the BikeADK merch tent donated by BikeADK
- One bag of organic compost from River Valley Regeneratives
LODGING
Check out the stylish, comfortable and conveniently located apartments provided by new Bike the Barns sponsors, The Mill, in Westport, NY. Located directly across the street from the event start and finish, hosted at the Essex County Fairgrounds.
JOIN THE RIDE
Registration will jump to a full price of $124 on Tuesday, September 1 and registration is capped at 200 riders, which we're very close to hitting.
This is going to be a lot of fun.
