Lonely Planet Epic Bike Rides of the Americas

Get ready to explore America's most thrilling gravel, road and trail bike routes. This definitive companion for cycling enthusiasts showcases 200 of North, Central and South America's best and most celebrated routes, from epic adventures off the beaten path to shorter urban rides.

Go bikepacking in Baja, road riding in Colombia, mountain biking in Canada and gravel riding in Pennsylvania. Each ride is accompanied by stunning photos and a map and toolkit of practical details - where to start and finish, how to get there, where to stay and more - to help you plan the perfect trip. Suggestions for similar rides around the world are also included.

Featured rides span the continent: from the Cabot Trail in Nova Scotia to Patagonia's southern tip, from mountain biking in Moab to the Peru Divide, from Whistler Bike Park to Ecuador's Trans Mountain Bike Route. Whether you're drawn to Colorado's beer ride, Cuba's Southern Rollercoaster, the Baja Divide, Mendoza's wine country, or Vermont's covered bridges, you'll find inspiration for your next two-wheeled adventure.