When this 4-day gravel option was introduced in 2022, it was an instant hit. The following year riders came from across North America to experience the expertly crafted routes through rural Georgia. Courses feature dirt and gravel roads that start in Athens and take riders through the Georgia red clay southward to the sugar sand terrain that leads to the coast and Historic Downtown Savannah.
We are grateful for the support and insight of Georgia Hi-Lo Trail communities and partners that help make this ride possible.
For more details, click the links below to find maps and stage details.
Course Notes
Routes average 70% dirt and are connected by around 30% paved roads.
The routes shown in our Ride with GPS maps show some gravel roads as paved. We have noticed the app does not always recognize the difference in terrain, and we continue working to make modifications.
Course-planning for a multi-day event involves work with multiple agencies to secure the necessary permits. The process of identifying routes, planning courses and acquiring permits takes time and requires coordination with several agencies and landowners. All information here will be tentative until all permits are in place.
Stage 1: Athens to White Plains
presented by Burgess Pigment Company
73 Miles
Riders can drop of their luggage and enjoy a cup of Jittery Joe's coffee courtesy of the Joyristas of Java Joy before rolling out of Athens on The Firefly Trail. Stage 1 will end at Lundy Creek Lodge in White Plains.
Stage 2: White Plains to Tennille
presented by Bulk Chemical Services
60 Miles
Stage 2 starts from Lundy Creek Lodge, and gravel riders will meet up with road riders at the finish in Tennille.
Stage 3: Tennille to Statesboro
presented by Imerys
85 Miles
Road and gravel riders line up together and roll out from Tennille. The two courses will come back together for a finish at the Statesboro CVB.
Stage 4: Statesboro to Savannah
presented by Joe Steffen Jr, Bicycle Attorney
67 Miles
The final day leaves from Statesboro CVB and passes through Guyton before arriving at the finish in Historic Downtown Savannah.
