4 cycling, mountain biking, and time trial events in Wilmington, New York

Course: Climb 3,500 feet up scenic Whiteface Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway to the top of New York’s 5th highest peak for a 360° panoramic view of the Adirondacks, New England and Canada.

Race fee includes finishers medal, and t-shirt.

Participants registered by May 1st will be receive our Race Shirt.

This year's race starts in the center of Wilmington at the Whiteface Visitors Bureau 5753 NYS Rt 86, Wilmington promptly at 5:30pm. Staging will start at 4:45pm.

Packet pickup and parking is located at the Whiteface Visitors Bureau. 5753 Rte 86. Additional information will be sent the week of the race. Additional parking is available across the street from Preston Field.

Please note, this year our race will be held on a Saturday at 5:30 pm

Race packet pick-up will be on

Friday from 4pm-6pm

and

Race Day from 10:00- 4:00PM

At the Whiteface Visitors Bureau 5753 Rte 86

Please note, special "spectator passes" will be sold to those wishing to go to the top to cheer on the participants. Passes must be bought with cash at packet pickup and all cars MUST be up the mountain before the race begins.

Known as the most spectacular ride in the Adirondacks, Ride for the River has been supporting the conservation work of the Ausable Freshwater Center since 2011.

For over a decade, Ride for the River has been a do-not-miss celebration of the stunning Ausable River watershed. Featuring multiple breathtaking route options, the event also hosts a 20-mile "tailgater" group ride on July 11 for those who'd like to come into town a day or two early to make it a weekend.

Dates: July 11-12

Location: Wilmington

Mileage: 20-40 miles

Participation Cap: 150 riders

Benefits: Ausable Freshwater Center

This fun annual fundraiser directly supports the important work of the nonprofit Ausable Freshwater Center to protect the clean waters, healthy streams, biodiverse habitats, and scenic beauty of the Ausable River watershed.

Highlights include fabulous catering, live music, and all sorts of freshwater fun.

Registration Includes

Tailgater

• Guided small group ride

• Post ride appetizers and drinks overlooking the Ausable River.

• A lot of fun with a great crew of new friends

In-Person Ride for the River

• Two fully-supported routes

• Finish line lunch featuring live music

• Event gift

• Copy of Adirondack Life Magazine

Rider Experiences

"One of the most beautiful bike rides in the eastern United States. We look forward to the Ride for the River event every year. Always well run, well marked, and lots of friendly people!"

"If you have never ridden by bike through the AuSable watershed before, you need to do this. The scenery and views are amazing, and the towns of Wilmington, Jay, and AuSable Forks are very cool to explore."

"The alliance between BikeADK and AFC for the benefit of AFC could not be better. BikeADK are masterful at running the ride and after event, and AFC is doing such important work."

“First time with BikeADK and it was great! Fun route with gorgeous views. The snack stations were well stocked with happy faces and yummy treats! We can’t wait to ride again!”