Mad Gravel
Independent
May 24, 2025
Elbert County, CO
Gravel
About
Conquer Colorado's gravel frontiers with epic climbs and festival vibes!
Mad Gravel returns to Elbert, Colorado, on May 24–25, 2025, for its 5th anniversary as a Memorial Day weekend gravel biking and family festival. Riders tackle punchy climbs, sweeping dirt roads, and technical single-track, all while enjoying an energetic festival atmosphere with live music, camping, and family activities set against the scenic Front Range.
COURSE DETAILS
The flagship Hemi route on Sunday features 100 miles of racing with 6,400 ft of elevation gain, traversing 100% gravel and dirt roads, plus a tough segment of technical single track. Courses reach up to 7,300 ft elevation in the rolling Colorado Front Range.
Race HIGHLIGHTS
- Two days of racing: 7-mile circuit (Saturday) and multiple challenging routes (Sunday)
- Camping at McNeil Ranch
- Live music and post-race BBQ
- Family-friendly activities all weekend
- Featured as a must-ride event by 5280 Magazine
RIDE TYPES
Race overview
100 miles (Hemi route)
Elevation of city: Elbert, CO (approx. 6,500 ft); Elevation gain of course: 6,400 ft; Highest course point: 7,300 ft
100% gravel and dirt roads, double track, and short technical single-track section