Rez Gravel 2026

🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Family Friendly
⛺️Camping
Event Date

Jan 17, 2026

Location

Sacaton, AZ

Discipline

Gravel

About

Ride with purpose, explore indigenous culture, transform communities.

Rez Gravel 2026 is a group adventure, not a traditional race, held on January 17, 2026, in Sacaton, Pinal County, Arizona. Participants can select a 25-mile or 60-mile gravel course traversing lands that are typically closed to the public, accessible only with tribal member guidance. The event offers a powerful mix of physical challenge and indigenous cultural immersion, including an evening cultural dinner. Entry fees directly support impactful community initiatives, such as local bicycle repair and maintenance training. With camping available on-site and a friendly, inclusive atmosphere, Rez Gravel focuses on connection and positive impact rather than competition.

COURSE DETAILS

Two route options: 25 miles (“Little Rez Gravel”) or 60 miles (“Big Rez Gravel”). Average pace is about 10 mph. Many sections only accessible with tribal member presence; routes may include challenging stretches typical for Arizona desert.

Race HIGHLIGHTS

  • Exclusive access to tribal lands typically closed to the public
  • Evening Rez Gravel Dinner and Cultural Presentation
  • Camping options available
  • Entry fees support local bicycle repair training
  • Focus on community, connection, and cultural immersion
  • Welcoming group adventure—non-competitive event

RIDE TYPES

Endurance

Event Location

Race overview

Course Length

25 miles or 60 miles

Elevation / Elevation Gain

Sacaton elevation ~1,275 ft. (Limited data for total elevation gain, but expect rolling desert terrain.)

Terrain

Predominantly gravel and dirt roads in Arizona desert landscape.

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