Western U.S. Ride Guide: 8 Scenic Rides & Trip Planner

Eight scenic rides. Eight Western states. One practical planning guide.

Explore forests, lake country, river canyons and desert landscapes with a curated collection of paved cycling destinations in California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Colorado, Wyoming, Nevada and Arizona.

Inside your download

• One 15-page, US Letter PDF in English.
• Eight route profiles with starting-point guidance, shorter ride options, longer alternatives and practical planning tips.
• A quick route comparison, suggested seasonal windows and effort ratings.
• Three flexible weekend plans for Oregon, Idaho and Tucson.
• A packing checklist and printable ride planner.
• Clickable links to official route information, maps, rules and alerts.

Featured destinations

American River Parkway; Banks-Vernonia State Trail; Spokane River Centennial Trail; Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes; Glenwood Canyon Recreation Path; Grand Teton Pathway; River Mountains Loop Trail; and the Chuck Huckelberry Loop.

Digital PDF download. No physical product will be shipped. Read on your device or print the planning page.

This is a curated selection of separate destinations, not one connected touring route or comprehensive state-by-state guide. Routes were researched, not personally ridden by Serious Cycle. Shorter ride distances and weekend plans are editorial planning suggestions; use official maps to choose exact endpoints. Paved routes may still include hills, crossings and connecting bike lanes. Check current access, weather, fees and e-bike rules before riding.

Turn-by-turn navigation, detailed navigation maps, GPX files, reservations, admissions and rentals are not included. The planner is printable, not an interactive form. Created with AI assistance and curated by Serious Cycle. October 2026 edition. Personal use only; no resale or redistribution.