Century Rides in New York
The comprehensive 2026 directory of 100-mile centuries, metric centuries (62 miles), and endurance cycling tours across New York.
Cycling in New York: Terrain & Route Overview
From the forested peaks of the six-million-acre Adirondack Park to the glacial wine bluffs of the Finger Lakes and the iconic cycling routes of the Hudson Valley, New York State offers a monumental range of century riding experiences. Cyclists can test their climbing legs in the Catskills and Adirondacks, roll through historic dairy farms along the Erie Canal, or enjoy the coastal flatlands and farm lanes of Long Island's North Fork. Classic events like the Hudson Valley Gran Fondo and Tour de Cure attract thousands of riders. The season peaks from June through October, with autumn presenting one of the finest fall foliage spectacles on Earth. With excellent road maintenance, deep cycling club roots, and scenic historic towns at every turn, New York is an essential American century destination.
Terrain Characteristics: Adirondack wilderness passes, Finger Lakes glacial wine ridges, Hudson Valley hills, and Long Island shorelines.
Riding Season & Weather: May through October.
📍 New York Century Rides Map
6 Plotted EventsBon Ton Roulet
JulyMulti-day tour and rolling century circuits around Seneca and Cayuga lakes, featuring historic wineries and waterfalls.
NYC Century
OctoberThe NYC Century promises to be a ride to remember. It's a celebration of New York City's vibrant neighborhoods, greenways, and safer streets advocacy community on an open road bike tour.
NYC Century Bike Tour
SeptemberThe nation's iconic 100-mile urban ride traversing all five boroughs, historic bridges, greenways, and city parks.
Ride for Roswell
JuneMajor cancer fundraising ride offering flat-to-rolling metric and century routes along Lake Erie and the Niagara River.
The North Fork Century
MayChoose from 5 routes: 13, 40, 50, 70, or 100 miles. Ride rain or shine with optional rain insurance. Helmets mandatory.
Tour de Loop / Cayuga Lake Century
AugustScenic loop circumnavigating Cayuga Lake past steep gorges, vineyards, and scenic lakeside hamlets.