BorderLands Gravel is much more than a gravel race. Set in the wide-open landscape of Douglas and Cochise County, the event celebrates adventure, cycling culture, community, and the unique character of Arizona’s borderlands.

Riders can choose from 92, 65, or 39-mile gravel courses, with an E-Bike division on the 39-mile route. Younger riders receive reduced registration fees, and a special 65-mile collegiate category helps make the event accessible to the next generation of cyclists.

One of the most distinctive parts of the weekend is the free Bi-National International Parade Lap. Riders cross the international border into Agua Prieta, Mexico, ride through the community, and return across the border to Douglas before the gravel races begin. Special discounted registration is also offered to residents of Mexico, reinforcing the event’s goal of bringing communities on both sides of the border together.

For those who would rather participate without a bicycle, BorderLands also offers a 3K Run/Walk, making the weekend accessible to friends, families, and community members.

What really separates BorderLands Gravel is its sense of place. The routes showcase the history, landscape, and rugged beauty of the Apacheria region while introducing riders to a part of southeastern Arizona many have never experienced from the saddle.

The organizers describe their goal as creating an experience that brings smiles to riders, volunteers, families, visitors, and the surrounding communities. Just as importantly, they want the event to leave Douglas, Cochise County, and the Borderlands better than they found them.

2026 Events

• Long Course: 92 miles
• Medium Course: 65 miles
• Collegiate Course: 65 miles
• Short Course: 39 miles
• E-Bike Course: 39 miles
• International Parade Lap: Bi-National ride through Douglas and Agua Prieta
• 3K Run/Walk: Community event for runners and walkers

Why ride it: Come for the gravel, but expect to remember the landscape, the people, and the unusual experience of a cycling event built around two neighboring communities and one shared borderland.

BorderLands Gravel LONG Course 8:00 AM 92 miles 150 $120.26
Participants younger than 20 at the end of 2026 pay $60.13
(under 20) $60.13
BorderLands Gravel MEDIUM Course 8:05 AM 65 miles $120.26
Participants younger than 20 at the end of 2026 pay $60.13
(under 20) $60.13
Collegiate Cyclists (MEDIUM Course) 8:05 AM 65 miles $54
BorderLands Gravel SHORT Course 8:10 AM 39 miles $105.26
Participants younger than 20 at the end of 2026 pay $52.63
(under 20) $52.63
BorderLands Gravel “E-BIKE” 8:30 AM 39 miles $105.26
All “E-Bike riders” – NO Mechanical support will be provided throughout the entire event! Plan accordingly. Thank you.
Participants younger than 20 at the end of 2026 pay $52.63
(under 20) $52.63
BLG International Parade Lap 6:15 AM 75 $0
Bi-National parade lap crossing the Mexico border, going through Agua Prieta, and crossing back to the start of the Borderlands Gravel race.
Special offer for our south of the border neighbors and friends see event notes 50 $35

• Exclusive to Mexico Residents Only * Registrations with a Mexico residence address are eligible for this specially priced offer
  BLG Run/Walk Event 9:00 AM 3 km 100 $7.74 write up a summary for the borderland gravel ride