Pedal through scenic farmland to celebrate local food and community.

Bike the Barns is a recreational cycling tour through New York's beautiful Champlain Valley. Riders explore rural landscapes, visit working farms for fresh local food, and join a festive community celebration at the finish. The event supports sustainable agriculture and connects participants with both land and local farmers.

Routes feature 25–35 miles along paved rural roads, weaving through conserved farmland and scenic valley landscapes. Riders stop at working farms for tours and refreshments, and experience a welcoming finish line event.

• Farm stops at Essex Food Hub, DaCy Meadow Farm, Echo Farm, Barred Owl Brook Farm, and Camp Dudley (with composting tour)
• Finish-line celebration with local food lunch, craft beverages, and live music
• Emphasis on regional food systems and sustainable agriculture
• Scenic autumn foliage in the Champlain Valley