Tour de Rocky Top 2026

The race.

Tour de Rocky Top on July 11, 2026, in Townsend, Tennessee offers eight cycling route options ranging from 24 to 100 miles. All routes start at 7:30 a.m. from Peaceful Side Social, 7967 E Lamar Alexander Parkway. Routes include distances of 24, 42, 50, 62, 77, 82, 88, and 100 miles, with 60- and 82-mile options featuring Butterfly Gap, a 2.4-mile climb averaging 8.2% grade. All riders receive a soft cotton ride logo shirt and DeFeet TdRT logo socks. Finishers of the Butterfly Gap routes earn finisher medals. Rest stops stock supplies approximately every 15 miles with sag and moto support throughout. The post-ride celebration features a meal and two free beers at Peaceful Side Social. Packet pickup occurs July 8 (3–6 p.m. at Crown Cleaners) and July 9 (3–6 p.m. at Peaceful Side Brewery in Maryville), with day-of pickup starting at 6 a.m. Registration ranges from $50 to $85 depending on date, with day-of registration available for $85.