Oregon Crater Lake Bike Tour
Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the USA's deepest lake.
One of our guests once expressed, “If I had one last day on Earth, I’d ride the rim at Crater Lake,” and we agree! Relish the riding on satin-smooth roads sailing through forests of tall timbers, beside sparkling rivers and snow-crowned peaks. Bicycle the Aufderheide Scenic Byway, which Adventure Cycling magazine calls “…a mecca for road riders looking for ultra-smooth pavement, low traffic and scenic beauty.”
Explore the brewpub-and-outdoor-lover’s paradise of Bend, Oregon. Hike Central Oregon’s surreal high desert. Ride beside the Wild and Scenic Rogue River. Spend two days in stunning Crater Lake National Park, and ride around the volcanic rim of the deepest lake in the United States. It all adds up to one phenomenal week.
Tour Essence
- Bike around Crater Lake’s deep blue pristine water on the famous Rim Drive – this is sure to be an unforgettable ride!
- Bike through high-mountain lava fields, snowy volcanic peaks and panoramic Cascade-pass views on the McKenzie Pass Scenic Byway.
- Bike. Hike. Eat. Drink. On your rest day, savor an urban adventure tour of Bend, Oregon – the ultimate cosmopolitan mountain town.
- Visit the impressive rock faces formed 30 million years ago in Smith Rock State Park in Oregon’s high desert.
- Ride the Aufderheide Scenic Byway, which Adventure Cycling magazine calls “…a mecca for road riders looking for ultra-smooth pavement, low traffic, and scenic beauty.”
What to Expect
Start Location
Eugene, OregonEnd Location
Eugene, OregonMileage
Average Daily: 38-44 Total: 232.70-266.70
Once you have a trip confirmed, we will feed you a steady diet of additional pre-departure information that includes: How to train, prepare, pack and all the wonderful, inspirational and practical things you want and need to know before you go! Our Travel Advisors will be available to help plan your pre- and post-tour travel.
- Pickup/drop-off at your Eugene hotel or airport
- Rental bike & helmet (or bring your own)
- Bike bag, Wahoo bike computer, and rear flashing-safety-light provided
- Full vehicle support every day (2 vans if tour size is greater than 6 guests)
- 2 experienced native Oregonian guides
- Stunning scenery and bucket-list bike rides
- Road: 2019 Giant Defy Advanced 3
- Hybrid: 2019 Giant FastRoad SL1
- E-Bike 2020 Giant FastRoad EX E+ Pro, additional $200
- All accommodations
- All Breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
- Bike around Crater Lake’s deep blue pristine water on the famous Rim Drive
- Bike through high-mountain lava fields, snowy volcanic peaks and panoramic Cascade-pass views on the McKenzie Pass Scenic Byway
- Visit the impressive rock faces formed 30 million years ago in Smith Rock State Park in Oregon’s high desert
- Ride the Aufderheide Scenic Byway, which Adventure Cycling magazine calls “…a mecca for road riders looking for ultra-smooth pavement, low traffic, and scenic beauty.”
2021
Start Location
Eugene, OregonFly Into
Eugene, OREnd Location
Eugene, OregonFly Out Of
Eugene, ORMeet in Eugene. Bike one of the "Top 10 Roads in the West" - the stunning Aufderheide Scenic Byway.
Meals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
59.7 milesElevation Gain
3,659 ftMeals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
McKenzie River Cottage
Tucked neatly along the bank of the McKenzie River rests a row of historic cottages and lodge suites with their own unique charm and personalities. Each privately-owned McKenzie River Cottage is available for your stay— any time of the year.
Climb from old-growth fir forests to the alpine woods and lava fields of Mckenzie Pass Scenic Bikeway. Enjoy the outdoor mecca town of Bend for the next 2 nights.
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
48 milesElevation Gain
4,600 ftMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Old St. Francis School
The Old St. Francis School, conveniently located in downtown Bend, was transformed from 1936 Catholic schoolhouse to, in 2004, a hotel complete with classrooms-turned-lodging rooms, a pub, brewery, a movie theater, private meeting/event space, live music bookings, and a fantastic soaking pool that beckons day travelers, shoppers, hikers, skiers and outdoor adventurers alike.
Visit Smith Rock in the morning. Ride and explore Bend, Oregon's adventure capital in the afternoon.
Meals Provided
BreakfastAverage Mileage
Optional rides ranging from 4-38 milesElevation Gain
850-1200 feetMeals Provided
BreakfastAccommodations
Old St. Francis School
The Old St. Francis School, conveniently located in downtown Bend, was transformed from 1936 Catholic schoolhouse to, in 2004, a hotel complete with classrooms-turned-lodging rooms, a pub, brewery, a movie theater, private meeting/event space, live music bookings, and a fantastic soaking pool that beckons day travelers, shoppers, hikers, skiers and outdoor adventurers alike.
Ride Dutchman Flat and Crane Prairie, then ride into Crater Lake National Park.
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
40 milesElevation Gain
1,700 ftMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Crater Lake
Crater Lake Lodge welcomes you with the warmth and hospitality of a bygone era. The lodge overlooks the lake at Rim Village, offering majestic views of the lake’s pristine blue waters and sheer cliff walls.
Ride Crater Lake’s spectacular rim – a challenging and glorious 35-mile route that tops Bicycling Magazine’s “Dream Rides” list.
Meals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAverage Mileage
35Elevation Gain
4,100 ftMeals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAccommodations
Crater Lake
Crater Lake Lodge welcomes you with the warmth and hospitality of a bygone era. The lodge overlooks the lake at Rim Village, offering majestic views of the lake’s pristine blue waters and sheer cliff walls.
