Belgian Waffle Ride Utah
Belgian Waffle Ride
May 23, 2025
Cedar City,UT
Gravel
About
Conquer 132 miles of Southwest hell: gravel, rock, and relentless elevation.
The Belgian Waffle Ride Utah 2025, happening May 23-24 in Cedar City, is renowned as the "Hell of the Southwest." This grueling mixed-surface epic challenges riders over 132 miles and 7,800 feet of elevation gain at an average altitude of 5,800 feet. Riders face 85% unroad terrain—gravel, rocky single-track, sand—with signature technical sectors and minimal asphalt. As part of the 2025 Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel Series, it promises an unparalleled endurance test, celebrated finish festivities, and legendary feed zones to keep you rolling.
COURSE DETAILS
132 miles through Cedar City's high desert, mixing 85% unroad surfaces such as gravel, single-track, rocky trails, double-track, and sandy stretches, with the rest on pavement. The route includes technical climbs, challenging descents, and iconic sectors like Kakaboulette and Red Hills Climb.
Race HIGHLIGHTS
- Three competition segments: King/Queen of the Mountain, Dirt, and Sprint
- Iconic sectors: Kakaboulette and Red Hills Climb with technical climbs
- Feed Zones every ~20 miles stocked with Belgian waffles and hydration
- Part of the 2025 Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel Series
- Post-race community ride, awards, and breakfast on May 24
RIDE TYPES
Race overview
132 miles
Cedar City at 5,800 feet / 7,800 feet of elevation gain
85% unroad (gravel, single-track, rocky trails, sand), 15% paved