Escape the heat! Join Southern Sierra Cyclists and Fresno Cycling Club members for this fun event designed exclusively for SSC and FCC members. This year Velo Kings members will also join us. Our annual Climb the Coast event is planned for the weekend of Aug 1-2, 2026. Two days of supported rides are planned, so book your room reservations early and enjoy a weekend of coastal riding, food, fun and camaraderie. There is a lot to do in the area and it is always better to share the experience with your friends.
The Saturday ride (August 1) starts at 10AM from Meadow Park (2251 Meadow St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). Saturday's ride starts at Meadow Park, heads out Los Osos Valley Rd to Prefumo Canyon Rd, then up and over a short dirt section to a descent down See Canyon Rd, then along bike trails to Avila (rest stop). From the rest stop, we continue to Grover Beach before heading back to SLO (35 miles total) or you can turn back from Avila directly to SLO (27 miles total). Both options are challenging and fun due to the steep-but-short Prefumo Canyon Climb.
36-miler: https://www.strava.com/routes/3506539716056909550
27-miler: https://www.strava.com/routes/3506543321269900074
The Sunday ride (August 2) starts at 10AM from Shamel Park ( 5455 Windsor Blvd, Cambria, CA 93428). Sunday's ride starts in Shamel Park heading north to Ragged Point on Highway 1. This medium-hilly route heads up past San Simeon, where you might see the zebra herd, Elephant Seal Vista Point, the Lighthouse, and the rugged scenic coast. For those wishing a shorter ride you can turn around at Elephant Seal Vista Point. Water and snacks will be available at Ragged Point.
44 miler - https://www.strava.com/routes/3365784571406612038
24 miler - https://www.strava.com/routes/3365786063815828464
Last year was the first year of Climb the Coast being a two club event, and the cross-club camaraderie was enjoyed by all. The routes offer beautiful scenery, SAG support and rest stops. This year, on Saturday, we are planning a post-ride no-host get together at Central Coast Brewing, 6 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, just around the corner from the start and end spot at Meadow Park.
Register early. Book your accommodations ASAP.
You can register for just one day for $25, or both days for $40. Volunteer to SAG or run a rest stop on Saturday and ride Sunday for free!