Bike & Bicycle Tours USA

What our customers ask about Bike & Bicycle Tours USA

• What are the best cycling routes in North America for scenery and adventure?

  North America's cycling routes offer a range of natural wonders and landscapes. The Olympic Discovery Trail in Washington spans past mountain ranges and coastal views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. In Maine a 400-mile coastal route connects Kittery to the Canadian border showcasing quintessential New England. The Mickelson Trail winds through South Dakota's Black Hills for 109 miles featuring old gold mines and mountain vistas. A TourRadar traveler shared: "This trip was an incredible way to access and ride an entire blossoming network of trails which are otherwise rather hard to navigate without a guide." Places to stay include upscale options like Sylvan Lake Lodge in Custer State Park and boutique spots such as the Edenwild Inn on Lopez Island.

• What type of accommodation can I expect on a North America bicycle tour?

  Lodging options blend comfort and local character with locations chosen for easy access to cycling routes. The Willamette Valley tour puts cyclists at the boutique Douglas on Third hotel in McMinnville while the North Cascades route includes nights at the mountain-style Inn at Mazama. A standout is the Victorian Village Inn in Ferndale on the Redwoods & Coast tour recognized by National Geographic Traveler as "one of the world's top ten great places." Most properties sit close to both cycling paths and area attractions.

• What are the typical daily cycling distances on North America bicycle tours?

  Routes cover 20-70 miles per day based on the specific tour and terrain. The Oregon Crater Lake experience features a 34-mile loop around the rim. More demanding options like the Bend to Boise Epic stretch up to 83 miles daily through the Painted Hills region. The Coeur d'Alenes trail offers mid-range distances of 25-50 miles with stops at spots like Old Mission State Park and Wallace Idaho. One TourRadar cyclist noted about Crater Lake: "This was one of the most spectacular cycling experiences of my life - the views were absolutely worth every pedal stroke."

• What types of terrain and landscapes will I encounter on North America bicycle tours?

  The routes cover everything from coastlines to mountain passes. Oregon's trails wind through ancient forests past waterfalls like Multnomah Falls. In Arizona the Sonora tour crosses desert landscapes dotted with saguaro cacti with stays at properties like the Hacienda del Sol in Tucson. Hells Canyon presents dramatic elevation changes from river valleys up to the Eagle Cap Wilderness reaching over 8,000 feet. A TourRadar rider shared: "The contrast between the desert floor and alpine forests on Mt. Lemmon was incredible - it felt like riding from Mexico to Canada in one day."

• When is the best time to take a bicycle tour in North America?

  Timing depends on the region. Pacific Northwest tours including Columbia Gorge run May through September during dry mild weather with lodging at places like Timberline Lodge. Arizona desert routes operate October through March avoiding summer heat with stays at Casa de San Pedro. Alaska tours take advantage of extended daylight from June through August. Crater Lake is best July-September after snow melts. A TourRadar participant noted about their September Crater Lake tour: "Perfect temperatures and clear skies made for incredible riding conditions around the rim."

• What dining experiences are included on North America bicycle tours?

  The tours provide daily breakfast at locations like McMenamins Old St. Francis School in Bend outdoor picnic lunches and most dinners at selected restaurants. The meals adapt to dietary needs and highlight local foods from Oregon seafood to Southwest flavors in Arizona. Notable dining venues include the Coeur d'Alene Resort and Skamania Lodge. As shared by a TourRadar guest: "The picnic lunches were amazing - fresh local ingredients served in beautiful settings."