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American River Classic Ride
Oldest Sanctioned 50 Mile Ride in the World
Trail coming into Cool
American River
photo credit: W. Gore 2016
Early years
Trail coming into Cool
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April 18'th, 2026
Ride the beautiful rolling hills of the Olmstead Loop and western states trail
• Head Veterinarian-
Marcia Smith, D.V.M.
The American River Classic offers some distinct trails, because this ride covers portions of the "Tevis Cup" trail. This is the only sanctioned endurance ride that follows the last section of Tevis in the day time. Come experience what most riders only see in the dark, in the day light! The trail follows scenic wild flower single track, fireroads, creeks, Oaks, streams and plenty of climbs. Come ride the Infamous Olmstead Loop, western states trail and cross NO HANDS BRIDGE!
Remember to check our Blog for any ride updates.
Welcome American River Endurance Riders!!!
Welcome to all! This 2026 year will be the American River Ride Classic 51st running year! This year we are again ONLY offering the 50-mile ride. Logistically speaking this worked out real well from 2025 ride year. Given the cards that were dealt to us moving us from Folsom up to Cool for the past few years, we definitely have more trail possibilities and so we are currently again in the works of using some different trail. We are trying to incorporate more Tevis trail and really get down on the other side of the canyon towards the river. Please keep an eye out for updates.
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