El Tour de Zona 2026

⛰️ Scenic
πŸͺ… Festival
πŸ§‘β€πŸ§‘β€πŸ§’β€πŸ§’ Family Friendly
🧰 Supported
🀩 Fun Rides
Event Date

Apr 19, 2026

Location

Sierra Vista, AZ

Discipline

Road

About

Cycle through Arizona's history, celebrate desert nights together

El Tour de Zona 2026 is a three-day, fully-supported cycling tour and festival happening April 9-12, 2026, across the historic Arizona towns of Sierra Vista, Bisbee, and Tombstone. Riders enjoy loop rides each day, covering scenic desert landscapes, mountain canyons, and iconic mining towns. Each evening transforms into a festival, with live music, local food, and craft beer gardens, creating a true celebration of cycling and Southwest culture.

COURSE DETAILS

Three consecutive days of fully-supported riding—Friday: Sierra Vista to Ramsey Canyon (27 miles/1,285 ft gain), Saturday: Sierra Vista to Bisbee (63 miles/3,305 ft gain), Sunday: Sierra Vista to Tombstone area (36 miles/1,600 ft gain). Each day offers different scenery, with aid stations and support provided.

Race HIGHLIGHTS

  • Fully-supported three-day cycling adventure
  • Evening festivals with live music, food, and craft beers
  • Ride through Sierra Vista, Bisbee, and Tombstone
  • Courses for multiple skill levels (27, 36, or 63 miles)
  • Community celebration spotlighting Arizona's vibrant culture
  • Aid stations and rider support daily

RIDEΒ TYPES

Gran Fondo
Endurance
Fun Rides

Event Location

Race overview

Course Length

Friday: 27 miles; Saturday: 63 miles; Sunday: 36 miles

Elevation / Elevation Gain

Sierra Vista elevation approx. 4,600 ft; Friday gain: 1,285 ft; Saturday gain: 3,305 ft; Sunday gain: 1,600 ft

Terrain

Desert roads, scenic mountain canyons, and historic mining towns

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