πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Midwest Region • OH

Century Rides in Ohio

The comprehensive 2026 directory of 100-mile centuries, metric centuries (62 miles), and endurance cycling tours across Ohio.

28 Verified Rides
OH State Code
May through October Prime Riding Window

Cycling in Ohio: Terrain & Route Overview

Ohio boasts a deeply ingrained cycling heritage and one of the nation's most extensive networks of paved multi-use trails and scenic rural roads. In the southeast, the unglaciated foothills of the Appalachian Plateau deliver steep, punchy climbs and winding ridge roads around Hocking Hills. In the north, flat routes glide along the shores of Lake Erie through fruit orchards and coastal marshes. Central and western Ohio offer pleasant, rolling farmland through tranquil Amish communities. Major century rides like the Pelotonia in Columbus and the Great Ohio Bicycle Adventure highlight the state's incredible cycling camaraderie and community spirit. With smooth county roads, dedicated cycling clubs, and welcoming small towns, Ohio is a fantastic heartland century destination.

Terrain Characteristics: Appalachian foothills in the southeast, Lake Erie shorelines, and central rolling farmland.

Riding Season & Weather: May through October.

πŸ“ Ohio Century Rides Map

28 Plotted Events

Ohio Century Ride Schedule

Showing 28 organized cycling events

32nd Annual Maumee Area River Ride

August
πŸ“ Buffalo Rock Brewing Company, 345 Anthony Wayne Trail, Waterville, OH

This event continues to be our largest club fundraiser of the year, and thanks to your generosity in 2025, we were able to donate 70% of all proceeds to bikes for kids.

GravelMetric Century100K

51st Annual Huffman Spring Classic

May
πŸ“ Golden Gate Park, 545 Upper Lewisburg Salem Rd, Brookville, OH 45309, OH

Join the Dayton Cycling Club for our annual cycling celebration of spring, with distances of 32, 50, 70, or 100 miles, featuring snack stops, SAG service, and a delicious post-ride lunch.

Metric Available100M

Absolutely Beautiful Country Ride

July
πŸ“ Barberton, OH

The ABC Ride showcases the rolling hills and quaint villages of Summit, Medina and Wayne Counties. The routes of 25, 50, 62 and 100 miles provide scenic and challenging routes for families, as well as experienced cyclists.

MetricAlpine100MFamily Friendly

Amish Country Century

June
πŸ“ Millersburg / Sugarcreek, OH

Challenging rollers and climbs through Holmes County farmland and valleys.

RoadHillySteepScenic

Bike MS: Bike to the Bay (Ohio)

June
πŸ“ Perrysburg, OH, OH

Bike MS: Bike to the Bay (Ohio) is a fundraising cycling event that takes riders through the scenic bridges of XYZ, starting at XYZ location and stopping along the way at XYZ. The event aims to raise funds for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society to support people living with multiple sclerosis in the US.

Metric Available100M

Bike MS: Oxford

July
πŸ“ Miami University, Oxford, OH

Bike MS: Oxford is a one-day cycling event with various route options for different skill levels, including a metric century. The event features fully stocked rest stops, support and gear vehicles, and a festive atmosphere.

Metric100MTeamFundraising

Bike to the Bridge

August
πŸ“ Bryan, OH

Bike to the Bridge is an annual fundraiser benefiting Cancer Assistance of Williams County, whose mission is to bridge the need for local cancer patients.

AlpineFundraiser50M25M

Brake The Cycle Homelessness Awareness

May
πŸ“ Lighthouse Community Church, 10701 County Rd 99, Findlay, OH 45840, OH

A 100K cycling event to raise support for the City Mission's low-barrier shelter, Martha's Home, and recovery and stabilization programs that help individuals and families move from survival to stability.

Homelessness AwarenessFundraiser100K

Dog Days Wine Tour

July
πŸ“ Silver Lake / Kent, OH

Rolling northeast Ohio roads passing local wineries, lakes, and farmland.

RoadRollingWineries100K

Great Ohio Bicycle Adventure (GOBA)

June
πŸ“ Norwalk, OH

The Great Ohio Bicycle Adventure (GOBA) is a 7-8 day cycling tour on paved, low-traffic roads that gives you the chance to discover the scenic and historic attractions along the OH Route 250 corridor.

AlpineMetric Available100M

Hancock Horizontal Hundred 2026

September
πŸ“ Findlay, Ohio, OH

Four distances, all on the roads locals love. Indoor everything β€” registration, finish, food, after-party β€” at the Findlay VFW. A 52-year tradition, rebuilt.

AlpineMetric Available100M

Hot Tamale Bicycle Tour

June
πŸ“ Waldo, Ohio, OH

A relatively flat ride in north central Ohio with various routes available, including a metric century route, and a family-friendly atmosphere with homemade cookies and special gifts for kids.

Metric Available100MFamily FriendlyKid Friendly

Huntington Towpath Century Ride

September
πŸ“ Cleveland to New Philadelphia, OH

Scenic continuous route entirely along the historic Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath.

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Irish Hills Bicycle Tour

September
πŸ“ Sylvania, Ohio, OH

The 53rd IRISH HILLS TOUR traverses the varied terrain of Northwestern Ohio and Southeastern Michigan. The shorter loops are flat, while the longer routes enter rolling hills, passing horse farms and lakes.

MetricCentury100M

Jerry's Jeromesville Journey

May
πŸ“ Oberlin, OH

A traditional club century ride (100 miles) for over 30 years, offering a challenge due to hills and possible wind, with routes passing through Lorain and Ashland counties.

Metric Century100M

Metroparks Bicycle Tour

July
πŸ“ Whitehouse, OH

The Metroparks Bicycle Tour offers riders the opportunity to visit up to four scenic, wooded, Toledo Metroparks and view the historic Maumee River.

AlpineScenicWooded

Ohio PopTart Dart-Pop

September
πŸ“ Cleveland - Detroit Shoreway, OH

Team of 3-5 machines, stick together, cover ~120km in 8 hours.

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Ohio to Erie Trail Adventure

September
πŸ“ Cincinnati to Cleveland, OH

Experience Ohio from end to end on one of the state's most iconic cycling adventures. The Ohio to Erie Trail Adventure follows the renowned Ohio to Erie Trail from the banks of the Ohio River in Milford to the shores of Lake Erie in Cleveland.

Metric100MBikepackingSupported

Pan Ohio Hope Ride

July
πŸ“ Cleveland to Cincinnati, OH

One John Carroll Boulevard Cleveland, Ohio

MetricCentury

Pelotonia

August
πŸ“ Columbus, OH

Premier cancer research benefit ride across rolling central and southeastern Ohio terrain.

RoadCharityRollingHilly

Red Flannel Metric Century

November
πŸ“ The Lodge of New Russia Township, OH

Ride with the Lorain County Bicycle Club at their Red Flannel Metric Century event, taking place in The Lodge of New Russia Township on Sunday, November 2, 2025.

Metric AvailableCHECK ACTIVE

Ride to Remember

July
πŸ“ Bluffton University Sommer Center on Rosenberger Drive, Bluffton, OH

Join us for the 12th Annual Ride to Remember, a century ride through the Village of Bluffton, Ohio, and surrounding countryside, with routes passing through nearby towns, to help support the expansion of local bike paths.

Metric CenturyBike PathsFundraiserFamily-Friendly

Tour de Darke

August
πŸ“ Darke County, OH

Spend your Sunday morning in the saddle riding through the scenic countryside and quaint communities of Darke County.

Metric CenturyFundraiser

Tour of the Scioto River Valley (TOSRV)

May
πŸ“ Chillicothe, OH

One of the longest-running cycling events in the country, offering a weekend of great roads, shared stories, and community, with routes ranging from flat trail riding to challenging loops.

Metric Available100M

Vandalia Freedom Tour

July
πŸ“ Vandalia, OH

The Vandalia Freedom Tour is a fun, healthy, and family-oriented day of cycling that takes riders through picturesque areas of the Northern Miami Valley with marked routes, SAG support, and catered lunch.

Metric Available100K

Wright Wride

August
πŸ“ Yellow Springs / Dayton, OH

Miami Valley club classic featuring quiet country roads and rolling ridges.

RoadRollingScenic100K

XOBA 2026 - The US 250 Adventure

July
πŸ“ Wheeling, WV and various overnight communities, OH

A week-long bicycle tour across Ohio, with daily routes marked and supported by SAG vehicle and local emergency services.

Metric200M

Young's Ice Cream Charity Bike Tour

July
πŸ“ Young's Jersey Dairy, OH

Join us for the Annual Young’s Charity Bike Tour. The two-day main ride mile options are 51 miles, 82 miles or (for those who are really ambitious) a 100 mile option. The one day ride option (on Sunday July 26) is either 24 or 38 miles - using the bike path from Young’s to Xenia, then to Spring Valley (if opting for the 38 mile route) - then of course, back to Young’s.

AlpineMetric Available100MCHECK ACTIVE