2026 Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee

Event Overview

This year, the Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee will have TWO Basecamps! For the first half of the week (September 11-14), we will be calling David Crockett State Park home. For the second half of the week (September 15-17), we will be calling Cedars of Lebanon State Park our base camp!

Daily Rides

• Routes Available: Each day, riders will have multiple routes to choose from depending on their goals for the day.
• Mileage: Expect routes ranging from 25 to 100 miles throughout the week.
• Support: All routes will be supported by our Tennessee Park Rangers and volunteers.
• SAG Stops: Fully stocked SAG stops every 15-20 miles include water, Gatorade, fresh fruit, nutritious snacks, bathrooms, and friendly faces along the way.

Activities at Basecamp

• Evening Programs: Enjoy Ranger-led programs, yoga, evening music, and tastings.
• Meals Provided: Both breakfast and dinner will be provided from Saturday to Wednesday, and breakfast on the final day, Thursday.
• Flexible Participation: Choose to join us for the full 6-day ride, the first 3 days, the last 3 days, the weekend, or a single day!
• Non-Rider Option: Non-riders can register to enjoy afternoon and evening activities, meals, and daily excursions during the ride.

Support and Proceeds

• Excursions: Non-riders will enjoy excursions during the day while riders are on route.
• Community Support: Proceeds will support the Cumberland Trail State Scenic Trail, the Tennessee Park Rangers Association, David Crockett State Park, Cedars of Lebanon State Park, and The Friends of the Cumberland Trail.
• Volunteer Support: Rangers will alert motorists of your presence with their blue lights.
• Available Mechanics: Our awesome mechanic is never too far away in case you have a bike mishap.

Helpful Links

• Basecamp 1 Information: Overnight Accommodations – Basecamp 1 David Crockett State Park – BRAT
• Basecamp 2 Information: Overnight Accommodations – Basecamp 2 Cedars of Lebanon State Park – BRAT
• 2026 BRAT Sample Routes: https://bit.ly/26BRATsample
• FAQs: https://www.thebrat.org/faqs/

Event Details

• Date: September 12, 2026
• Location: 1400 W Gaines St, Lawrenceburg, TN
• Registration: Visit the official event page: Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee