Century Rides in Ohio
The comprehensive 2026 directory of 100-mile centuries, metric centuries (62 miles), and endurance cycling tours across Ohio.
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.
π Ohio Century Rides Map
28 Plotted Events32nd Annual Maumee Area River Ride
AugustThis 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.
51st Annual Huffman Spring Classic
MayJoin 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.
Absolutely Beautiful Country Ride
JulyThe 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.
Amish Country Century
JuneChallenging rollers and climbs through Holmes County farmland and valleys.
Bike MS: Bike to the Bay (Ohio)
JuneBike 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.
Bike MS: Oxford
JulyBike 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.
Bike to the Bridge
AugustBike to the Bridge is an annual fundraiser benefiting Cancer Assistance of Williams County, whose mission is to bridge the need for local cancer patients.
Brake The Cycle Homelessness Awareness
MayA 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.
Dog Days Wine Tour
JulyRolling northeast Ohio roads passing local wineries, lakes, and farmland.
Great Ohio Bicycle Adventure (GOBA)
JuneThe 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.
Hancock Horizontal Hundred 2026
SeptemberFour 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.
Hot Tamale Bicycle Tour
JuneA 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.
Huntington Towpath Century Ride
SeptemberScenic continuous route entirely along the historic Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath.
Irish Hills Bicycle Tour
SeptemberThe 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.
Jerry's Jeromesville Journey
MayA 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.
Metroparks Bicycle Tour
JulyThe Metroparks Bicycle Tour offers riders the opportunity to visit up to four scenic, wooded, Toledo Metroparks and view the historic Maumee River.
Ohio PopTart Dart-Pop
SeptemberTeam of 3-5 machines, stick together, cover ~120km in 8 hours.
Ohio to Erie Trail Adventure
SeptemberExperience 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.
Pan Ohio Hope Ride
JulyOne John Carroll Boulevard Cleveland, Ohio
Pelotonia
AugustPremier cancer research benefit ride across rolling central and southeastern Ohio terrain.
Red Flannel Metric Century
NovemberRide 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.
Ride to Remember
JulyJoin 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.
Tour de Darke
AugustSpend your Sunday morning in the saddle riding through the scenic countryside and quaint communities of Darke County.
Tour of the Scioto River Valley (TOSRV)
MayOne 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.
Vandalia Freedom Tour
JulyThe 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.
Wright Wride
AugustMiami Valley club classic featuring quiet country roads and rolling ridges.
XOBA 2026 - The US 250 Adventure
JulyA week-long bicycle tour across Ohio, with daily routes marked and supported by SAG vehicle and local emergency services.
Young's Ice Cream Charity Bike Tour
JulyJoin us for the Annual Youngβs 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 Youngβs to Xenia, then to Spring Valley (if opting for the 38 mile route) - then of course, back to Youngβs.