The Dirt

USA Cycling

🪅 Festival
⛰️ Scenic
Event Date

Nov 9, 2025

Location

Waterbury, VT

Discipline

Gravel

About

Challenge Vermont’s gravel roads in a fall classic.

Experience a late-season gravel adventure in the historic Waterbury Village of Vermont! 'The Dirt' offers two route options—31 and 42 miles—traversing beautiful gravel roads and rolling scenery, all within the festive autumn atmosphere. This event is sanctioned under USA Cycling's Gravel Recreational series, attracting cyclists eager for a memorable end-of-season challenge.

COURSE DETAILS

The Dirt features two distinct routes, both starting and finishing in the Waterbury Village Historic District. Riders can choose either a 31-mile or 42-mile gravel course, designed for all levels of cyclists looking to embrace Vermont's challenging terrain in prime November conditions.

Race HIGHLIGHTS

  • USA Cycling sanctioned gravel recreational event
  • Two route options: 31 mi & 42 mi
  • Picturesque Vermont autumn landscapes
  • Late-season race in a historic village
  • Online registration through BikeReg

RIDE TYPES

Gravel Endurance
Fun Rides

Event Location

Race overview

Course Length

31 miles and 42 miles

Elevation / Elevation Gain

Waterbury, VT elevation approx. 495 ft (elevation gain not specified)

Terrain

Gravel roads

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