Century Rides in Washington

Cycling in Washington: Terrain & Route Overview

Washington State offers a breathtaking Pacific Northwest cycling experience, featuring snow-capped volcanic peaks, emerald evergreen forests, and scenic marine waterways. The state hosts legendary century events like the Seattle to Portland (STP) ride, which draws 10,000 riders annually, and demanding alpine challenges like the Ride Around Mount Rainier in One Day (RAMROD). In Western Washington, century routes follow the rugged Puget Sound shoreline and Olympic Peninsula rainforests. Across the Cascade Range, Eastern Washington delivers sunny, rolling wheat country in the Palouse and sunny vineyard loops around Walla Walla. With world-class cycling infrastructure, passionate cycling clubs, and dramatic scenic beauty, Washington is a top-tier destination for century cyclists.

Terrain Characteristics: Cascade volcanic passes, Puget Sound coastal inlets, Olympic Peninsula rainforests, and rolling Palouse hills.

Riding Season & Weather: May through October (Year-round coastal & Puget Sound).