Williamette Valley Tour 2026
The Spokane Bicycle Club is excited to present a seven-day bike tour in beautiful Willamette Valley Oregon in 2026. The Willamette Valley is known for its lush, rolling hills, fertile farmland and vibrant vineyards. Its mild climate and natural beauty make it a wonderful place for cycling.
This tour begins in Portland with chartered bus service to the town of Cottage Grove. In subsequent days, we’ll ride on bike trails and secondary roads until we arrive back in Portland. Total miles is approximately 282. This tour has been designed to be an exceptional value especially when compared to the cost of professional tour groups and includes SAG services.
Tour Dates
July 9, 2026 – July 15, 2026
Itinerary
Thursday, July 9: load bikes on to rented truck at designated site in Portland from 11:00am to 12:30pm. Ride chartered bus to Cottage Grove, Oregon.
Friday, July 10: Ride through Cottage Grove covered bridges, 38 miles, 1,238’ elevation
Saturday, July 11: Ride from Cottage Grove to Eugene, 41 miles, 1,765’ elevation
Sunday, July 12: Ride from Eugene to Corvallis, 43 miles, 313’ elevation
Monday, July 13: Ride from Corvallis to Salem, 53 miles, 1,184’ elevation
Tuesday, July 14: Ride from Salem to Canby, 53 miles, 1825’ elevation
Wednesday, July 15: Ride from Canby to Portland, 41 miles, 2200’ elevation
Registration
Early Registration - July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025: $335pp
Late registration – January 1, 2026 to March 31, 2026: $360pp
Registration covers the costs for rider’s luggage transport; mileage, food, and camping for support crew; rental truck, chartered bus service and county permits.
Registration opens July 1, 2025 and closes March 31, 2026.
Cancellation
Registrants may cancel in writing through March 31, 2026 for a full refund. Registration is non-refundable on or after April 1, 2026.
The Tour Committee may cancel the tour with fewer than 25 registrants or may cancel the tour due to air quality or other extreme weather conditions before the ride starts. Refunds will be given after all fixed expenses are covered, i.e., permit fees, equipment rental, non-cancelable lodging for support staff, etc. If Tour Committee cancels the ride after the ride start on July 8, 2026, no refunds will be offered.
See Attachment A of the Rider Guidebook for complete details.
Rider Responsibilities
As a Rider, you are responsible for:
- Arranging camping or lodging by selecting from designated campgrounds or motels (except where SBC is arranging campsites).
- Having each day’s route and turn-by-turn instructions accessible from Ride with GPS or printed as cue sheets.
- Traveling from Spokane to Portland and back to Spokane.
- Making sure their bicycle is tuned and ready for touring. E-bikes are welcome.
- Being able to ride approximately 50 miles each day.
- Signing the SBC Ride Waiver.
- Their own transportation to Spokane if they abandon the tour prior to finishing.
- Having WhatsApp on their cell phone for communications during the Tour.
- Reading the Rider Guidebook.
Lodging and Camping
Riders must arrange their own motel or campground reservations. Lodging should be arranged as soon as possible in order to help ensure a campsite or motel room.
Note: There is no camping opportunity in Canby. ALL RIDERS will need to reserve a room at the Motel 6. Double occupancy is encouraged. Click here for a list of lodging options.
Handbook Review
Rider participation REQUIRES reviewing the Rider Guidebook for important information about Communication and Safety Protocols.
Food Stops
Water and snacks are the responsibility of the rider. A food stop will be offered on the second riding day from Cottage Grove to Eugene. Location will be designated on your Ride with GPS map. On other days, there is easy access to convenience stores, grocery stores, and coffee shops. Certain food stops along the route will be highlighted on the route map.
Estimated Rider Costs
In keeping with the Mission of Spokane Bicycle Club, we are presenting a bike tour at a cost which is lower than most professional touring companies yet provides an emphasis on adventure, safety, comfort and affordability. We have provided the following cost estimates to help you plan your trip. These are only estimates.
Mileage to/from Portland, $56: 700 miles@25 mpg, $4/gallon, 2 rider carpool.
Lodging (8 nights), $750: 8 nights@$187.50/night in motel; double occupancy.
Meals (9 days), $495: 9 days@$55/day
Parking your vehicle in Portland, $42: Portland Staging Area weekly charge split with carpool rider
Registration fee, $335: Total SBC cost@25 riders
Estimated Total Rider Cost (motels): $1,678
Estimated Total Rider Cost (camping): $1,290 (assuming carpooling to and from Spokane, 7 nights camping ($25/night), plus one night motel-double occupancy ($187.50).
Links to other documents:
Training Log
Weight Limits for Your Bags
Rider TO DO List for Willamette Trip