Smoky Mountain Wheelmen upcoming events

Road Bike Ride from Big Turtle Dog Park - Updated (Wednesday, September 02, 2026)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Road Bike Ride from Oak Ridge Big Turtle Park

Event: Oak Ridge to Oliver Springs

Start Time: 9:00 am

Where: Oak Ridge Big Turtle Dog Park 2397 Oak Ridge Turnpike Oak Ridge, TN 37830

Route:

Oak Ridge Road Cycling

Ride Leaders

Stan Kirkpatrick 865.659.5805

Sally Childress 865.705.3790

ROAD Ride -Bald River Falls - Tellico Plains (Wednesday, September 02, 2026)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Please come out this Wednesday September 2nd for a fun ride at Bald River Falls. This route is mostly in the shade and is an out and back route. You can ride to the North Carolina state line for a total mileage of about 45 miles or turn around at Bald River Falls or any other point you wish. Depending on how many riders show up we may break into several groups. Afterwards those of you interested, we can have lunch at the Tellico Plains Grain Bakery. Also please share where you would like to see future rides.

EVENT: Bald River Falls

WHEN: Wednesday September 2nd, 2026 Rollout time 9:10 AM - Restrooms open at Tellico Plains Visiting Center at 9 AM

WEATHER: At 9 AM temperatures will be around 74 degrees and by noon around 87 degrees. Sunny and partly cloudy. As always, drink plenty of fluids during this time of year.

WHERE: Tellico Plains Visitor Center - 225 Cherohala Skyway Tellico Plains, TN

PARKING: When parking please be considerate of other guests visiting the visitor center

ROUTE: The route is about 45 miles with about 2100 feet of climbing. You can turn around at any point to shorten the route.

RIDE LEADER - Cam Weems - Cell 248-533-2102 and Brian Southard - Cell 865-388-4464

If anyone has any questions please call or text Cam Weems or myself. Hope to see you on Wednesday!

BRAT (Saturday, September 12, 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

"The Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee (BRAT) is a nonprofit, fully supported six-day cycling tour hosted by Tennessee State Parks. September 12 - 17, 2026, riders will experience scenic backroads and welcoming communities while based at David Crockett State Park and Cedars of Lebanon State Park.

BRAT offers daily route options to fit a variety of goals and experience levels, with approximate distances of 35-mile routes, 50-mile routes, 100-mile routes. You can check out the sample routes here: Ride with GPS | Bike Route Planner and Cycling Navigation App

Rest stops are provided every 15-20 miles, and Tennessee State Park Rangers offer support throughout the week. Evenings at basecamp feature community gatherings, ranger-led programs, yoga, music, and more. BRAT is more than a ride - it's a week-long cycling experience that raises funds to support Tennessee State Parks, the Cumberland Trail, and the Tennessee Park Rangers Association. Learn more or register at 2026 Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee Online Registration"