Hazel Valley Gran Prix
Gravel Riding Trail
Moderate
54.19 mi
6,357 ft
Toughest gravel grinder ride in Arkansas that you’ll ever love.
The Hazel Valley Gran Prix is one of the most popular gravel grinding events in Arkansas, and also one of the most grueling routes in the state. Held each year in the dead of winter, often Mother Nature gets involved, meaning that the 55-mile distance and over 7,600 feet of climbing are not usually even the most challenging parts of the ride! To top it off, all of this FUN also includes food, drink, support, post-ride party, and a collector flask. But don’t limit this ride to just the Gran Prix. Routing cyclists through rural sections of the Ozark Mountains, with numerous vast mountain top views of the distant hollows and mountains, this route is meant to be enjoyed year-round. Time your ride to catch the sunset from White Rock Mountain, and you will witness first-hand why Arkansas is known as the Natural State. Rent one of the stone cabins (constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corp) or spend the night at the campground atop the mountain so you can wait until morning for the return ride. Written by Bob Robinson
The Hazel Valley Gran Prix is one of the most popular gravel grinding events in Arkansas, and also one of the most grueling routes in the state. Held each year in the dead of winter, often Mother Nature gets involved, meaning that the 55-mile distance and over 7,600 feet of climbing are not usually even the most challenging parts of the ride! To top it off, all of this FUN also includes food, drink, support, post-ride party, and a collector flask. But don’t limit this ride to just the Gran Prix. Routing cyclists through rural sections of the Ozark Mountains, with numerous vast mountain top views of the distant hollows and mountains, this route is meant to be enjoyed year-round. Time your ride to catch the sunset from White Rock Mountain, and you will witness first-hand why Arkansas is known as the Natural State. Rent one of the stone cabins (constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corp) or spend the night at the campground atop the mountain so you can wait until morning for the return ride. Written by Bob Robinson
Route and Elevation
Segments
| Name | Distance | Elev. Diff. | Avg. Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miller Road Climb to Sunset | 2.65 mi | 640 ft | 4.6% |
| Bidville Up and Up Again | 3.44 mi | 1,115 ft | 6.1% |
| Bidville - Full Climb | 4.61 mi | 1,142 ft | 4.4% |
| N F R 1700 Climb | 1.11 mi | 453 ft | 7.7% |
| HCR 3 mile drop | 3.35 mi | -1,093 ft | -6.2% |
| Hurricane Creek to White Rock | 6.33 mi | 1,201 ft | 3.6% |
| Hurricane Creek Rd Climb | 2.07 mi | 791 ft | 7.2% |
| The Last Full Measure | 0.95 mi | 446 ft | 8.9% |
| La Bruja Doble | 2.42 mi | 440 ft | 2.5% |
| Bowels Gap Rd Climb | 0.86 mi | 427 ft | 9.4% |
| Yonder East Valley Drop | 0.91 mi | -377 ft | -7.9% |
| You've Got a Hot But I'm Tired | 0.75 mi | 285 ft | 7.2% |
| Forest Service 124 Climb | 0.54 mi | 253 ft | 8.8% |
| Last 10 miles HVGP. Hammer Drop | 9.32 mi | -230 ft | -0.2% |