The Red Gold Rush packs 100 miles of Wisconsin gravel goodness into a loop that starts in Athens and finishes at Miltrim Farms in conjunction with their fall fest. Riders will tackle a mix of red-granite gravel and paved country roads, rolling through the quiet backroads of Marathon County. The roads are can be rough, the climbs punchy, but the gravel never gets old when you have views and community support the Red Granite Grinder provides. Bring a buddy to double the fun. Keep an eye out for Bison, classic brick farm houses, working horses, wetlands, multi use trail, and more.
Aid Station at Cattail Organics - Mile 11
- snacks, water, sports hydration, porta potty
A local organic farm powerhouse producing food for many area restaurants and locals tucked down on Baldwin Creek road. Tour details coming.
Buffalo Roam - Mile 27
- snacks, water, sports hydration, porta potty, Menu to buy buffalo meat,
As a rider, come hang out in the big grassy field, refuel, and take a moment before you tackle the next leg of your ride or as supporter catch a glimpse of a bison while you see what the farm menu has to offer.
Drop bags delivered HERE (only aid station with drop bags - leave them in designated spot at the community hall before race start)
64 North Bar - Mile 73
- snacks, water, sports hydration, porta potty, full bar amenities (riders welcome inside)
Riders and spectators alike recharge at the outdoor picnic tables. Grab a bite to eat or something to drink from the aid station inside a classic pickup truck or from inside the bar itself. Pizza, Fries, and much more!
Merge - Mile 88
- snacks, water, sports hydration, porta potty
As a rider, come refuel and take a moment before you tackle the next leg of your ride or as supporter right across the road from the backside of wetland Berg Forest Unit where many birds thrive, a Marathon County wilderness space, also a favorite with waterfowl hunters.
Final stretch after rolling from here!