Public Lands Ride

Event Overview

• Organizer: Join the Pennsylvania Environmental Council for the 8th annual Public Lands Ride!
• Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
• Location: Black Moshannon State Park and Moshannon State Forest, 4216 Beaver Rd, Philipsburg, PA
• Registration: Click here to register.

Ride Description

• Event Type: A non-competitive mixed-surface ride celebrating bikes, community, and public lands!
• Courses: Three marked courses - 65 mile, 42 mile, and 22 mile, featuring diverse terrain.
• Tire Recommendation: Tires at least 35mm, preferably 40-45mm due to varied terrain.
• E-Bikes: Permitted but must adhere to DCNR's e-bike guidelines, found here.

Support and Amenities

• Aid Stations: Every 15-20 miles stocked with real food, plus a post-ride meal and beverages.
• Course Marking: All courses will be marked at turns and intersections.
• Sponsorship: Opportunities available – contact Molly Kestner at [email protected].
• Proceeds: All funds benefit the Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC).

Routes and Contests

• Fundraiser Category: Raise $500 for PEC by September 18 to ride for free and receive camping and exclusive swag.
• Route Details: For additional route information, visit this link.

Schedule

• Friday, September 25: Group camping set up after 3 PM: Evening social details TBD.
• Saturday, September 26: Registration from 7:15-8:45 AM: all rides start at 9:00 AM: post-ride cookout all afternoon.

Accommodations

• Onsite Camping: $20 extra for tent/car camping (no RVs) on Friday and Saturday nights.
• Private Sites: Reserve through the State Park website.
• Other Lodging: Options include Black Moshannon State Park Campsites & Cabins, GodSpeed Hostel, and We Are Inn.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Volunteer Benefits: Free camping, food on event day, PLR swag, and a heartfelt thank you!
• Roles Available: Help with setup, teardown, course marshaling, and marking.
• Sign Up: Register to volunteer on BikeReg for more information closer to the event.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

Happy Valley Adventure Bureau, Boal City Brewing, Nittany Mountain Works, Alabaster Coffee, and Stans No Tubes.

Special thanks to the Philipsburg Amateur Radio Association for providing communications for the event.