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
4 Plotted EventsEmpire State Ride
📅 Jul 24 – 31, 2027Scenic continuous multi-use pathway following the Hudson River Valley past historic estates and river bluffs.
⚡ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2027 Forward Calendar |
| Event Type | Cycling Century (SportsEvent) |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | 📅 Jul 24 – 31, 2027 |
| End Date | 2027-07-31 |
| Starting Venue | Roswell Park |
| Street Address | Elm & Carlton Street |
| Location | Albany to New York City, NY 14263 |
| GPS Coordinates | 42.6525, -73.7566 (Google Maps ↗) |
| Organizer | Roswell Park Alliance Foundation ↗ |
| Organizer Contact | [email protected] |
| Entry Fee | $0 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link ↗ |
NYC Century
📅 Oct 25, 2026A 100-mile journey across four boroughs, from greenways to gritty streets, iconic NYC bridges, and waterfront paths.
⚡ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2026 Verified Census |
| Event Type | Cycling Century (SportsEvent) |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | 📅 Oct 25, 2026 |
| Starting Venue | New York City Start Hub |
| Location | New York City, NY |
| GPS Coordinates | 40.74838, -73.996705 (Google Maps ↗) |
| Organizer | Transportation Alternatives ↗ |
| Entry Fee | $130 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link ↗ |
Ride for Roswell
📅 Jun 25 – 26, 2027Major cancer fundraising ride offering flat-to-rolling metric and century routes along Lake Erie and the Niagara River.
⚡ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2027 Forward Calendar |
| Event Type | Cycling Century (SportsEvent) |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | 📅 Jun 25 – 26, 2027 |
| End Date | 2027-06-26 |
| Starting Venue | Ride for Roswell |
| Street Address | Elm and Carlton Streets |
| Location | Amherst / Buffalo, NY 14263 |
| GPS Coordinates | 42.896659, -78.884575 (Google Maps ↗) |
| Organizer | Ride for Roswell ↗ |
| Entry Fee | $0 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link ↗ |
The North Fork Century
📅 May 15, 2027There are four routes -- your choice: 35 miles • 50 miles • 70 miles • 100 miles
⚡ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2027 Forward Calendar |
| Event Type | Cycling Century (SportsEvent) |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | 📅 May 15, 2027 |
| Starting Venue | Orient Beach State Park |
| Street Address | 40000 Main Rd |
| Location | Orient Beach State Park, NY 11957 |
| GPS Coordinates | 41.143741, -72.287894 (Google Maps ↗) |
| Organizer | The North Fork Century Organizing Committee ↗ |
| Entry Fee | $0 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link ↗ |