Rider Guide

We ask that ALL riders, runners, and walkers please check in the morning of the ride at either the North Check in (first pullout on the left of East Rim Drive near North Junction) or Park HQ. This information is vital to assist with planning for the event's continued success in future years.

Please perform a thorough inspection of your equipment BEFORE event day. Check your equipment and don’t forget your helmet. It is a good idea to come prepared to fix a flat or tube; however, each rest stop will have a basic bike repair kit available (however, it will not be suitable for all bike types).

Although there is no registration fee for this event, Park Fees still apply to anyone entering Crater Lake National Park during Ride the Rim. It is strongly encouraged to purchase your pass online ahead of time to help cut down the time at the entrance stations.  You can both view and purchase your passes HERE. Please ensure you download or print your pass before visiting the park, as cell service is limited. 

Already have a pass? Please ensure it is with you upon arrival into the park. All passes will be verified against a photo ID.

TIPS ON PURCHASING AN ONLINE PASS:

Per Person Pass ($15) is good for individuals.

Private Vehicle Pass ($30) is good for one private vehicle, or 4 cyclists.

Crater Lake Annual Pass ($55) is good for one private vehicle for 12 months, or 4 cyclists for 12 months

Event participants MUST park in designated event parking locations. There will be signs stating “EVENT PARKING” and “NO EVENT PARKING” to help differentiate. 

Please do NOT arrive before 7:00 AM. Parking will begin at 7:00 AM.

If you are parking on East Rim Road, your vehicle must be gone by 4 PM when the road reopens to vehicle traffic.

A shuttle service will be provided along the West Rim Drive only and will only transport people, not bikes.  There will be pick-up/drop-off locations at Park HQ, Rim Village, and North Check in (first pullout on the left of East Rim Drive near North Junction).  There will be multiple shuttles in a constant rotation throughout the day to help move as many people as quickly as possible; however, keep in mind, the shuttle can only move as fast as traffic will allow, and there will be some cyclists on West Rim Drive which can slow the shuttle down.  Please be patient.

Please be aware that this ride, although not long at approximately 25 miles, has steep inclines and declines.  With roughly 3,500 feet in net elevation gain, this ride is for intermediate to advanced riders.  Exercise caution on downhill grades, as speeds of over 40 mph are likely, which can cause injury or death in the event of a crash. For this reason, a speed limit of 35 MPH will be required. Be alert for less-experienced riders.  Stay well-hydrated, as inclines are steep and long, and you will be riding at elevations above 6,500 feet where the air is thinner.  Apply sunscreen liberally, as skin exposed to UV rays at higher elevations can receive severe sunburn.

While cell phone service is spotty within park boundaries at Crater Lake National Park, dialing 9-1-1 will still work in case of an emergency, no matter your location. Today’s technology can provide a 9-1-1 operator with your location, where they can easily dispatch help to your location, even if you don’t actually talk to a person.

While this is a pedestrian-friendly event, we realize you may need some assistance from time to time. We do allow E-bikes with a Pedal Assist where the assist is only activated through a pedaling action and is limited to relatively low speeds. In order to keep this event vehicle free, we do not allow any bikes to be self-propelled.  If your bike comes with an optional throttle, we ask that you disable the throttle before getting on the course so that you do not accidentally use it.  

Individuals with disabilities may utilize an e-bike for the Ride the Rim event without pedaling if they have an impairment that prevents them from pedaling.

Bike rentals will be available from the following businesses for those that do not want to bring their own bikes. Arrangements will need to be made in advance.  Because of the popularity of Ride the Rim, it is possible these bike shops may not have rentals available when you call.

Zach's Bikes
Klamath Falls, OR
541.851.9200

Hutch’s Bicycles
Bend-Eastside 541.382.6248
Bend-Westside 541.382.9253
Redmond 541.548.8200

Tandem EZ
503.991.5193

Cycle Portland
Coming from or going through Portland?  Rent bikes and racks if needed to bring to the event. Must pick up in Portland and will not be available in the park.
844.739.2453