
RAAM-Sanctioned RAAM Qualifying (RQ) Events
Dates are based on most recent information and should be confirmed directly with the event management. It is our desire to grow the RQ network. We believe this is in the best interest of RAAM, the various RQs (current and future), the racers and the sport as a whole. We are currently engaged in discussions with the management of a number of events seeking to become RQs. We anticipate announcing additional RQs in the near future.
RAAM Qualifying Races are divided into two categories, RAAM-style road races with support vehicles required and Time Trial races with no support vehicle requirements. Each race listed below will notate the specific category. Those qualifying at Time Trial events must attend a RAAM Crew Seminar. Please review How to Qualify for full RAAM-qualifying requirements.
For further information, please contact Rick Boethling, Executive Director at director@raceacrossamerica.org.

RAAM-Style Road Races

Ultra Spice Race
January 28, 2022 - Goa, India
The Ultra Spice Race is an out and back event that starts on the beach and is all about the route! One follows the coast crossing coconut tree lined creeks, before turning inland to climb through dense forest and plantation covered mountains of the south. The race exposes you to everything from Betel Nut, Pepper and Coffee plantations to tea estates... and elephants!

India

750 Mile / 1200 KM

43471 ft. / 13250 m.

Romantika Uz Beas
March 5, 2022 - Gagret, Himachal, India
As the name suggests, Race Romantika Uz Beas is romancing alongwith Beas, as through most of the route racers would experience the beauty of river Beas going along with the route. At some patches, it touches the edges of the road even.

India

385 Mile / 620 KM

36784 ft. / 11212 m.

Longhorn 500
April 2, 2022 - Fredericksburg, Texas
The Texas Challenge features the best of the famed Texas Hill Country. It’s spring time in the Hill Country and the flowers – Blue Bonnets and Indian Paint Brush - will be blooming. The event starts/finishes in Fredericksburg, Texas. Texas, the Lone Star State, is ranch country. There are thousands of miles of paved winding ranch roads with little or no traffic. You’ll experience some of the best cycling in the USA.

North America

512 Mile / 824 KM

22,796 ft. / 6948 m.

Race Across Italy
April 23, 2022 - Silvi Marina, Italy
Race across Italy is an Ultracycling no stop Race open to all category solo cyclist (self-supported and with crew ) and team (in relay); the 9th edition will start on next April 23, 2022 from Silvi Marina (TE) RAI “Adriatico-Tirreno-Adriatico” is a Tirreno-Adriatico Round Trip race, crossing three regions, into the Central Appennine, and 3 italian National Parks, touching both the Tirrenian and the Adratic sea, and after 775km and around 10.000mt of elevation is finally back to Silvi.

Europe

482 Mile / 775 KM

36000 ft. / 10973 m.

Race Across Paris
April 28, 2022 - Chantilly, France
This event incorporates the best cycling routes around Paris. Participants will experience the most beautiful roads of Ile-de-France and the neighboring regions. This event features a “compact” format which will provide riders a “taste” of the 2,500km Race Across France experience. Highlights include exceptional landscapes, history and the most beautiful monuments – Champs Elysee, Place de la Concorde, Place du Louvre, Place du Trocadero and Eiffel Tower.

Europe

625 Mile / 1000 KM

21000 ft. / 6400 m.

Joe Barr 500
May 7, 2022 - Derry/Londonderry, Ireland
Racers will experience the crashing seas off Donegal’s wild Atlantic coastline in the first 300-mile section before the road carries them inland into the mystical and enchanted Sperrin Mountains of County Tyrone. This is a 500-mile (800KM) course with just over 30,000 feet of climbing on small Irish coastal and mountain roads. It is a course that will test again and again all aspects, body and mind, of each racer and team. Resilience will be required.

Europe

500 Mile / 800 KM

3000 ft. / 9100 m.

Race Around Denmark Extreme
May 22, 2022 - Aarhus, Denmark
RAD ULTRA is Denmarks finest and hardest Ultra Cycling Event, with distances of 400, 800 and 1600km. All 3 challenges offers great cycling landscape, small roads with limited amounts of traffic and great scenery, the best Denmark has to offer. The race is tracked live by Dutch company, Follow My Challenge which offers great precision, and many tools for followers to see the riders online, dot watching, which is updated every 1 minutes. RAD ULTRA offers supported, and unsupported categories, as well as the possibility to ride either solo or as a team. There are a podium and finisher medals for all participants.

Europe

994 Mile / 1600 KM

32808 ft. / 10000 m.

Race Across Belgium
May 26, 2022 - Braine-l’Alleud, Belgium
The Race Across Belgium reinvents itself and takes you on the roads of the Belgian classics. The idea is simple. To make all cycling enthusiasts discover the extraordinary sensations of ultra-distance cycling with all the values that guide us: sharing, benevolence, surpassing oneself.

Europe

625 Mile / 1000 KM

26246 ft. / 8000 m.

Race Around Niederösterreich
May 27, 2022 - Weitra, Austria
The 2022 edition of the race will be its 4th year. The race starts and finishes in Weitra, located in the north of Lower Austria. The route is a loop around Lower Austria – passing close to the borders of Czechia, Slovakia and Hungary. The route is 600 km with 6,000 mt. of elevation gain. Riders have 30 hours to finish.

Europe

375 Miles / 600 KM

19685 ft. / 6000 m.

Race Across Germany (W-E)
June 10, 2022 - Aachen, Germany
An unforgettable cycling adventure through Germany. From border to border, this makes the Race across Germany so unique. No round trip but from A to B. Surely this Germany crossing will not be forgotten any time soon! This cycling marathon has been offered in Germany since 1999. What started with group rides has developed into solo or relay participants. It is also a great attraction to get the qualification for the Race Across America

Europe

480 Mile / 780 KM

25590 ft. / 7800 m.

B-Hard Ultra Race
June 10, 2022 - Banja Luka, Bosnia & Herzegovina
In the wave of new ultra races popping up around the globe, our event is different and unique in a way that it has been specifically designed to boost positive image and promote tourism of a very understated and beautiful country, rather than be “yet another ultra race”. The 1210 km route has been carefully crafted to represent Bosnia & Herzegovina “in a nutshell” and passes through National Parks, along rivers, lakes and waterfalls, over 1984 Winter Olympics ski-centers, by UNESCO World Heritage sites and generally over stunning (and hilly) terrain.

Europe

752 Mile / 1200 KM

46000 ft. / 14000 m.

Race Across the West
June 14th, 2022 - Oceanside, California
RAW attracts ultracyclists from around the globe to take on the finest terrain the western USA has to offer. Starting in Oceanside, CA and following the first 930 miles of the Race Across America route, winding your way through four states, ending up in the cycling mecca of Durango, CO. Traveling west to east from the sandy beaches of Oceanside, over the Sierra Mountains and into the scorching Mojave and Sonoran deserts and eventually ending up on the Animas River nestled in the Rocky Mountain town of Durango. The route offers the best of the wild west!

North America

930 Mile / 1497 KM

56518 ft. / 17227 m.
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Race Across America (2 and 4 Person Team)
June 18th, 2022 - Oceanside, California
RAAM challenges ultracyclists from around the globe to push their physical and mental limits to the farthest reaches. Starting in Oceanside, under one of the longest piers in California, RAAM spans over 3000 miles, climbs 175,000 feet, crosses 12 states and finishes at City Dock in Annapolis, Maryland, the east coast sailing mecca.
The route travels west to east, traversing three major mountain ranges (Sierra, Rocky and Appalachian), crosses four of America’s longest rivers (Colorado, Mississippi, Missouri and Ohio) and the Great Plains. Also, passing through such iconic American landmarks as the Mojave and Sonoran Deserts, Monument Valley, Great Plains and Gettysburg.
Becoming an official RAAM finisher means claiming ultra-racing’s most coveted jersey and medal and, for the lucky few that win their race division, the prized USA plaque, becoming among the elite family who call themselves RAAM Finishers. RAAM will always sit at the pinnacle of ultra-racing accomplishments. Don’t miss your opportunity to race to the top!

North America

3100 Mile / 4987 KM

175000 ft. / 53340 m.

Race Across France
June 18, 2022 - La Touquet, France
Race Across France is the first ultra-cycling race in the country where the Tour de France was born. it's the summit of ultra cycling.

Europe

1553 Mile / 2500 KM

108268 ft. / 33000 m.

Race Across the Alps
June 24, 2022 - Nauders, Austria
The "Race Across The Alps" with start and finish in Nauders is recognized as the toughest one-day race in the world. Real heroes are born in the cycle race through the three countries Italy, Switzerland and Austria.
In addition to the traditional individual race, a team competition will take place. The course will be identical to that of the individual competition and 15 teams of two will be admitted.

Europe

326 Mile / 525 KM

45932 ft. / 14000 m.

Race Across Germany (N-S)
July 1, 2022 - Flensburg, Germany
An unforgettable cycling adventure through Germany. From border to border, this makes the Race across Germany so unique. No round trip but from A to B. Surely this Germany crossing will not be forgotten any time soon! This cycling marathon has been offered in Germany since 1999. What started with group rides has developed into solo or relay participants. It is also a great attraction to get the qualification for the Race Across America

Europe

684 Mile / 1100 KM

24606 ft. / 7500 m.

Ultracycling Dolomitica
July 8, 2022 - Sarmede, Italy
The hardest STOPWATCH in the world. 19 mountain passes, 16,000 meters in altitude and 700 km in the Dolomites. A non-stop ULTRACYCLING RACE with no slipstreaming for real athletes with passion in their blood.

Europe

426 Mile / 687 KM

54133 ft. / 16500 m.

Race Across Oregon
July 16, 2022 - The Dalles, Oregon
RAAM Style 500 mile race featuring solo, 2 person and 4 person relay divisions. The 2021 course features many of our favorite sections from past routes with a new finish section. Triple digit temps during the day, unpredictable winds and unending climbs make this a very challenging event....as a qualifier for the Race Across America should be.

North America

502 Mile / 808 KM

37648 ft. / 11475 m.

Race Around Poland
July 23, 2022 - Warsaw, Poland
The RAP is a combination of two worlds – supported cycling races and unsupported bike marathons. Both options are available. You can ride solo or in a team. The route of the race runs along the Polish border and is about 3600 kilometers long and 30000 meters of elevation in total. The minimum distance to finish the race is 300 km with the finish line at the first time station in Hrubieszów. Each next 300 km is another finish line, but the goal of the participants is of course the full loop 3600 km! Our motto is: "Race for all, Around for the best"

Europe

2237 Mile / 3600 KM

98425 ft. / 30000 m.

Race Across Portugal
Coming 2023 - Lisbon, Portugal
The RACE ACROSS PORTUGAL, is another Project in the IRON BRAIN Endurance area, being an Ultra Road Cycling competition, to be held in the North of the country, for Solo and Teams of 2 and 4 Athletes, with two distance options, the 300K and 600K events, in autonomy or accompanied by a personal support car, with matches against the clock and with entries limited to 100 Athletes per event (regardless of Men and Women Solos, or Teams of 2 or 4).

Europe

392 Mile / 630 KM

30250 ft. / 9220 m.

Race Around Austria
August 8, 2022 - St. Georgen im Attergau, Austria
The Extreme Race Around Austria is with its 2,200 km alongside the border of Austria the toughest bike race in Europe and a qualifying race for the legendary Race Across America. This ain´t no tour, it´s not a stage race. Time is running nonstop till the finish line. At the TEAM Race Around Austria, two or four athletes share the route individually.

Europe

1367 Mile / 2200 KM

98,425 ft. / 30,000 m.

Mann Powered 380
August 13, 2022 - Cumming, Iowa
The Mann Powered 380 is a mixed surface 380-mile non-drafting race with a 38-hour time limit. The race can be ridden with or without a support crew. The race is named after Joe Mann, an endurance racer, a friend to many in the RAAM community, and a member of race organizer Sarah Cooper’s support crew on her 2017 Solo RAAM win. Mann passed away in 2019. The Mann Powered 380 is the first mixed surface RAAM Qualifier.

North America

380 Miles / 611 KM

Race Around
Czechia & Slovakia
August 13, 2022 - Vsetín, Czechia
Experience the ultimate extreme race around Czechia and Slovakia with the length of over 3.500 km and 36.000 m elevation gain!

Europe

2175 Mile / 3500 KM

118,110 ft. / 30,000 m.

Tortour Ultra
August 18, 2022 - Zürich, Switzerland
The TORTOUR offers a wide range of racing opportunities. The flagship is the the TORTOUR Ultra with its distance of 1’000 km to be covered in just two days. Furthermore there is the Challenge (500km) and the Sprint (390km) on the same weekend. All categories get to know Switzerland from its most beautiful side, crossing the highest alpine passes and riding alongside the brilliantly blue lakes. In every category the distance can be mastered as a solo rider or in a team.

Europe

621 Mile / 1000 KM

43937 ft. / 13392 m.

Race Around Aomori 650KM and 1000KM
August 20, 2022 - Shin Aomori Station, Japan
The 1000km race makes a big loop around the boundary of Aomori Prefecture , taking the racer from the Pacific Coast to the Japan Sea Coast. Minimal traffic roads will take the rider through pine forests that line rugged coastlines , birch covered mountains, three large lakes , rice fields and apple orchards surrounding the conical shaped Mountain Iwaki. An additional perk of this ride is a communal hot spring bath right on a beach that the racer might love dipping into before resuming on the last 250km stretch of the race.

Asia

623 Mile / 1003 KM

49806 ft. / 15181 m.

Hoodoo 500
August 26, 2022 - St. George, Utah
The most epic and challenging event of its kind, the Hoodoo 500 route passes through or around three National Parks, three National Monuments and several Utah State Parks. The scenery varies from majestic cliffs and striking red rock hoodoos, to aspen and pine forests and high mountain meadows. Solos and teams, non-stop and stage race race options, with crew or self-supported. A top notch event, ends with a fun awards breakfast.

North America

511 Mile / 822 KM

30424 ft. / 9273 m.
Cascade Ultra
August 27, 2022 - Arlington, Washington
The 2022 edition of the race will feature a 530-mile course with 43,000 ft of elevation gain. The course will go across the Cascades and back, passing through North Cascades National Park and near the Canadian border. The scenery is truly spectacular. This will be Pacific Northwest riding at its best.

North America

530 Mile / 853 KM

43000 ft. / 13106 m.

Race Across United Kingdom
August 27, 2022 - Inverness, Scotland
Join one of the most magnificient ultracycling road events across the UK. Taking inspiration from Race Across France, Race Across UK is a new ultracycling event that will take you on a journey along the beautiful roads of Scotland, England and Wales. For the new 2022 edition, you will cross Scotland starting from Inverness, Wales & England, all the way to the finish line on the south coast of England in Hastings.

Europe

1554 Mile / 2500 KM

108267 ft. / 33000 m.

Great Himalayan Ultra
August 2022 - Leh, Ladakh, India
The World’s highest Ultracycle race starts in Leh, Ladhak in the Himalayas, at 11150ft/3400mt above sea level. The land of high passes, with fluttering Buddhist flags and monasteries set on rock mountains and the people who live here provide a race setting that is humbling. The extreme conditions, the scale of these mighty mountains cannot be underestimated as you race, not against other racers, but against the forces of nature that have created these mountains.

India

375 Mile / 600 KM

33900 ft. / 10330 m.
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Bonneville 808 Challenge
September 16, 2022 - Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, Canada
The cycling event remains recognizable by its 404 km long unique loop. Cyclists of all levels will be able to choose their own challenge between 100 km and 808 km, as a solo or in a team. Two of the popular distances, the 115 km Loop and the 125 km Loop will be back in 2021. The event is benefiting the Quebec Foundation for Athletic Excellence, a foundation that supports student-athletes from a young age until Olympic Games or College and University All-Star Teams.

North America

502 Mile / 808 KM

29000 ft. / 8839 m.

Silver State 508
September 16, 2022 - Reno, NV
THE 2022 SILVER STATE 508 IS ON AND WE ARE READY TO RACE!
Founded by John Marino in 1983 and recognized as "The Toughest 48 hours in Sport," Silver State 508 is the world's premier weekend ultra cycling race. This 508-mile bicycle race is revered the world over for its epic mountain climbs, stark desert scenery, desolate roads, and its reputation as one of the toughest but most gratifying endurance challenges available, bar none. Solo, two-person relay, and four-person relay divisions are offered, with sub-categories for tandems, recumbents, fixed gear, and classic bikes. Silver State 508 is a Race Across America (RAAM) Qualifier. Silver State 508 starts and finishes in Reno, NV and crosses northern Nevada on Hwy 50, also known as "the loneliest highway in America."

North America

508 Mile / 818 KM

22574 ft. / 6881 m.
The Natchez Trace 444
October 2022 - Nashville, Tennessee
You have 44 hours to complete the 444 mile Natchez Trace Parkway to be considered an official finisher! A unique and beautiful ride with no turns, no stop signs, and no traffic lights. All on one of the longest and narrowest national parks in the world.

North America

444 Mile / 714 KM

16363 ft. / 4987 m.

Shivalik Signature
October 2022 - Una Himachal Pradesh, India
The Shivalik Signature is a chance for the riders to get up-close and personal with the many unseen and unheard dimensions and facets of Punjab, experience the warmth and hospitality of its people, taste its famous cuisine and soak in it essence and rootedness. Punjabi panache at its best is what the Shivalik Signature promises its participants.

India

383 Mile / 616 KM

8590 ft. / 2618 m.

NCOM
October 2022 - Ft. Davis, Texas
Endurance challenge in desert mountains of West Texas

North America

525 Mile / 845 KM

30722 ft. / 9364 m.

Race the Pearl
November 5, 2022 - Dondra, Sri Lanka
The most epic, exotic and exhilarating ultra endurance race in the Indian Ocean. 600 km in 24 hours connecting Point to Point, coast to coast, lighthouse to lighthouse. Basking in the sun is for sure, stopping for a elephant crossing and dancing peacocks is a possibility, smiles and cheers from locals is an assurance. Remember to pack few extra days for a recovery holiday, after all you are in the Pearl of The Indian Ocean, then Ceylon, now Sri Lanka. Organised by Spinner, the 'Technical and Organizing Partner of Ironman70.3', Everesting Sri Lanka, and Around The Pear.

Asia

375 Mile / 600 KM

9203 ft. / 2805 m.

Deccan Cliffhanger
November 2022 - Pune, India
The Deccan Cliffhanger is an annual event that starts on the Deccan Plateau, goes over the Sahyadri mountains and drops through dense forests covered cliffs to finish on the coastline in Goa. Fast paced, competitive and headed for the beach this is India’s best known Ultrarace!

India

400 Mile / 643 KM

20000 ft. / 6000 m.

Race Around Karnataka
December 5, 2022 - Bengaluru, India
RAKA is an Ultracycling race designed to shatter your limits, your physical endurance, your mental strength, your planning, your emotions, basically questioning what are you made of. It is an unique event designed by Team Srini, happening for the first time and planned to be a modular annual Ultracycling event in the coming years.RAKA covers 2,240 kms involving the entire state of Karnataka.

India

1392 Mile / 2240 KM

15837 ft. / 15800 m.
24-Hour Time Trials

Pace Bend Ultra
February 5, 2022 - Spicewood, TX
Mark you calendars for the 5th annual Pace Bend Ultra, Jan 30-31, 2020. This chip timed non-drafting road event features 3, 6, 12, and 24 Hour ultra marathon style races at Pace Bend Park.
Located 30-minutes west of Austin, TX the hilly 6.2 mile loop features smooth asphalt, stunning views of Lake Travis and an after party. Come early. Ride Hard. Sit around the fire the night after and share stories.

North America

6.2 Mile / 10 KM Loop

50 ft./mile

Bike Sebring
February 19, 2022 - Sebring, Florida
The event is held every February at the internationally famous Sebring International Raceway.
February is a great time to visit Florida and enjoy getting away from the snow, sleet and hail (about the only 3 weather conditions we can guarantee we won't have!) The Rotary Club of Highlands County uses proceeds from this event to support local charities. Please, come join us in Sunny Florida!!!

North America

89, 11, 3.7 Mile / 143, 17.7, 6 KM Loop

10.2 ft./mile

Revolve 24
March 26, 2022 - Tailem Bend, South Australia
Revolve24 offers a weekend of cycling on the super-smooth tarmac of The Bend Motorsport Park using the full 7.7km GT Circuit. You have the freedom to go at your own speed, without the interference of traffic. Revolve24 consists of our three Endurance Cycling Relays - 24 hour, 12 hour and 6 hour - so something for everyone, whether you are riding to compete, fulfil a personal challenge or to ride for charity. You can enter as a soloist or as a team of 2, 4, 6 or 8. Entries are open to riders aged 18 and above. Entries for 16/17 year olds will also be considered on an individual basis. Our solo 24 hour Challenge is the first and only event in Australia where you can qualify for solo RAAM.

Australia

4.8 Miles / 7.7 KM Loop

32 ft. / 9.8 m.

Texas Ultra Spirit
May 6, 2022 - Waller, Texas
Race a new course in the friendly town of Waller in East Texas.

North America

7.5 Miles / 22 KM Loop

45 ft. / 13.9 m.

24 Hours in the Canyon
June 4, 2022 - Canyon, Texas
24 Hours in the Canyon is the only simultaneous 24 hour road & mountain bike event in the country. Held inside the 2nd largest canyon in the US, you are certain to enjoy views that will last a lifetime. 100% of the proceeds from 24 Hours in the Canyon is used to provide free services & activities at the 24 Hours in the Canyon Cancer Survivorship Center
Other Races: 12-Hour, 6-Hour

North America

100, 5 Mile / 161, 8 KM Loops

24hr del Montello
June 4, 2022 - Volpago del Montello, Italy
The race takes place along a varied path: climbs, filat, ups and downs and descents immersed in the nature of the Montello Hills

Europe

20.8 Miles / 33.5 KM Loops

1509 ft. / 460 m.

Midt24
June 18, 2022 - Snejbjerg, Denmark
Midt24 is a new ultra cycling race taking place in the heart of Jutland, Denmark. You have 24 hours to ride as long as possible. We are placed right in the middle of Jutland - this unique location obviously gave the inspiration for the name of the race. Our region is known for moors and agriculture. On the three different routes - day, night, and final - you will ride through lots of green areas, colorful fields, and charming villages.

Europe

26, 8.5, 2.1 Miles / 41.7, 13.7, 4.5 KM Loops

607, 161, 49 ft. / 185, 49, 15 m.

Mid-Atlantic 24
August 13, 2022 - Washington, NC
The 26 mile loop will take you through rural areas of Beaufort County. We are located in the coastal region of North Carolina. This is an extremely flat course! It is the perfect venue for riders that are self supported.

North America

26 Miles / 41.8 KM Loops

26 ft. / 8 m.

HELNÆS 24
August 2022 - Helnæs, Denmark
RAD HELNÆS 24 is Denmarks biggest 24hour event, held at the absolutely stunning Helnæs, in the southern part of the big island Fynen. Helnæs is a classic 24 hour race, with 2 routes, one long and one shorter for the final hours. The route is fast, and the participants are both elite riders, and people who are just there to enjoy themselves and have a great time. The race is known for its great atmosphere and laid back attitude among the riders, even though competition is fierce at the top of the field, everyone always rides Helnæs24 with a big smile on their face - even after many hours in the saddle, its just such a beautiful route, you can’t help but enjoy yourself.

Europe

18.6 Miles / 30 KM Loops

328 ft. / 100 m.

Texas Time Trials
September 16, 2022 - Glen Rose, Texas
Endurance races in the hilly Brazos River Country featuring distances from fixed distance and time based categories. Open to all. This event is a friendly low pressure environment to learn about endurance racing.

North America

26 Miles / 41.8 KM Loops

1200 ft. / 365 m.

Bessies Creek 24 and Gulf Coast 511
October 2022 - Brookshire, Texas
The Bessies Creek loop is the flattest and fastest road race course in the country. The races follow a loop course through mostly rural country, with the start and finish at the race HQ in Brookshire, TX, where racers can organize their pit stops and set up overnight camping. Everyone is welcome. Camaraderie and friendly competition mark Bessies Creek races.

North America

13.8 Miles / 12 KM Loop

146 ft. / 45 m.

6-12-24 Hour World Time Trial Championships
October 2022 - Borrego Springs, California
Every Fall, the best endurance time trial racers from around the world gather in Borrego Springs, a quiet Southern California resort community. They come to determine who is the fastest in the world, to set personal records, and to spend time with friends in the bicycle racing community. The course is flat and fast, featuring a main loop of 18.0 miles with 347’ of elevation change and a finishing loop of 4.8 miles with 63’ of elevation change. The 6-12-24 Hour WTTC in Borrego Springs is the perfect way to close out the season.

North America

18, 4.8 Mile / 29, 7.75 KM Loops

347, 63 ft. / 105.7, 19.2 m.