Kirby Mountain Gravel Ride - Class 2-4 route over Kirby Mountain to one of the most beautiful valleys in the Northeast Kingdom and beyond.  Two variations to get there - one via more class 4 road.  Then both travel along the lovely (pretty flat!) River Road to Gallup Mills and then up over Victory back to 114 and East Burke. 

The 34 mile loop has a mile of
Category 3

Infrequently maintained trails and roads requiring a higher skill level. Use  30-40 psi tire pressure, depending on your weight and the minimum sidewall rating. 
Ideal bike: Gravel bike 
Tire size: 33-40mm 
See Types of Gravel Rides

Gravel.

Meeting and parking at Mike's Tiki Bar. 

Gravel ride
Category 2 Dirt/gravel roads, wide single-track, or dual-track trails with potholes, washboard, and occasional loose surfaces. Larger tires size and lower pressure is recommended.  
Ideal bike: Endurance, all-road, or gravel 
Tire size:  32-35mm  
See Types of Gravel Rides
Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 9:30am
Mike's Tiki Bar
44 Belden Hill Rd.
East Burke VT 05832

Note there are no stores on this route until the end, so be sure you have all the fluids and food that you will need with you.

Routes
Please download this latest version of the routes before each ride.
* Elev. is the elevation gain in feet.
Route maps
29 miles
34 miles
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