Seasons of Rothrock Adventures
Gravel and Mountain Bike Races
We’re shaking things up in 2027! Save the dates below, but keep checking back for details about each event. Want to leave us your thoughts? Send feedback about your past experience via the “Voices of Rothrock” form below.
April 10, 2027
June 5, 2027
June 19, 2027
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Seasons of Rothrock Race Adventures
Are you excited about exploring the natural beauty of Pennsylvania on a bicycle? If yes, then we invite you to discover the breathtaking Rothrock State Forest on its gravel roads and singletrack trails, while building long-lasting friendships in a supportive and passionate community. Come and witness what Happy Valley and its cycling community have to offer. Join us for the Seasons of Rothrock Race Series, and participate in one or all of the four races. By taking part in these races, you will be supporting a community that emphasizes the fun and social aspects of racing, while creating local events that belong on the national stage.
Voices of Rothrock
Did you race with us? Share your experience at our races to inspire others to take on Seasons of Rothrock. We’ll also use your comments to improve races where possible. Thanks in advance!
Awards
This race series was originally built and supported by the riders of Happy Valley Women’s Cycling. As racers themselves, they knew firsthand what was missing from other events, and set out to create a series that got it right: well-marked courses, fully stocked aid stations, mechanics on course, and podium parties that wait for awarded finishers and celebrate every achievement. Just as importantly, they wanted to build an environment where women and men of all skill levels feel welcomed and championed for simply conquering their own goals in the sport of cycling. That spirit continues today — the race is still run mainly by women, and half of the GRIT spots are reserved for women riders.
Choose a race
The Seasons of Rothrock is a series of races in the Rothrock State Forest, showcasing the beauty of our backyard MTB trails and gravel roads through racing. We’re making some changes for the 2027 season, but here’s how our events looked in the past. Expect even better next year!
Whipple Dam Gravel
The first race, Whipple Dam Gravel Race, is held in early Spring taking riders through Alan Seeger and Bear Meadows Natural Areas, and Whipple Dam via challenging gravel roads and double-track trails.
Rothrock GRIT Gravel Grinder
The Rothrock GRIT Gravel Grinder is an epic journey through all of Rothrock State Forest, with the 100-miler reaching the furthest corners. This race is also home to a stop on the USA Cycling Junior Gravel Nationals Series circuit.
Greenwood Furnace MTB
The Seasons of Rothrock Adventures Greenwood Furnace MTB Race in Greenwood Furnace State Park awards points for the Mid-Atlantic Super Series. Held in mid-June, this mountain bike race traverses rooty, rocky, and demanding single-track, including IMBA Epic Coopers Gap trails.
About Seasons of Rothrock
These are Non-Profit Races
Seasons of Rothrock is a non-profit that raises money for the local cycling community. Since 2021, we have donated $54,000 to community programs by allocating 100% of the net proceeds from GRIT entry fees to these initiatives. In the past, several organizations have benefited from the participants’ contributions, including:
Nittany Mountain Bike Association
(NMBA members receive 40 dollars in race credits – JOIN today!)
Harvest Fields Community Trails
National Interscholastic Cycling Association
Girls Rock
State College YMCA
Friends of Rothrock
High Point Skate Park
Penns Valley Pedals & Pints
Centre Volunteers In Medicine
Stone Creek Valley Fire Company
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