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Start location and course
716 Commercial St., Emporia, KS 66801
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Course profile: how hilly is LUNAR Ride?
The 49-mile bike course climbs 1,509 feet, about 31 feet a mile: rolling.
| Course | Distance | Climbing | Terrain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Lunar 2026 FinalBike, loop, 88% unpaved | 49 mi | 1,509 ft | rolling |
| Short Lunar 2026 FinalBike, loop, 73% unpaved | 29 mi | 683 ft | flat |
From the course maps the organizers publish on Ride with GPS and MapMyRun; climbing is the total gain the map reports. Courses can change between editions, so check the date on the map.
Where LUNAR Ride ranks
- No. 41 of 50 on Flattest bike rides
- No. 42 of 50 on Hilliest bike rides
National lists computed from results, entry fees, course maps and water temperatures; they refresh through the day.
Race details
- Where
- 716 Commercial St., Emporia, KS 66801Map
- Course
- Road
- Distances
- Bike Ride
- Editions
- 2026 (Jul 18, 2026), 2025 (Jul 12, 2025), 2024 (Jul 21, 2024)
- Status
- The next edition has not been announced yet. Past events: Lunar Ride, Lunar Ride, Lunar Ride.
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Quick answers
- When is LUNAR Ride?
- The next date has not been announced.
- How much does it cost?
- See the registration page for current pricing.
- What distances are offered?
- Bike Ride.
- Where does it start?
- 716 Commercial St., Emporia, KS 66801.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on Ride with GPS; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
We are back once again, and this year, we will mix it up a bit with some new route options!
We hope you join us for an unforgettable nighttime adventure at the Lunar Ride, a unique gravel biking event through the breathtaking Flint Hills of Emporia, Kansas.
Experience the magic of riding under the moonlight on either a 30-mile or 50-mile course, designed for fun!
Event Details:
Date: July 18th, 2026
Distances: 30 miles or 50 miles - Pick the distance that allows you to be back to Mulready's by 11:30 pm!