TEXAS GRAVEL BIKE ROUTES

Texas has seemingly endless gravel roads, but unless you know where you're going or know someone who can guide you along the way, it's tough to know where to start. Based out of Stephenville, TX, RIDE GRVL has plenty of verified, safe, and stunningly beautiful gravel routes throughout north central Texas and the Cross Timbers region.

Gravel Routes

Bikepacking Routes

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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS GRAVEL ROUTES

Here are some of the areas we've created routes. Most, if not all, routes are verified and complete; however, it's ultimately up to you to use your best judgement when riding your bike on these routes.

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Lingleville, Texas Gravel Routes

Just a short drive from the DFW metroplex, Abilene, and Waco, Lingleville, Texas has some of the most iconic gravel biking routes anywhere in Texas. Only a 10-mile drive west of Stephenville, Lingleville is home to the Lingleville Country Store--a charming store with a full-service coffee bar including the best third-wave coffee in Erath County as well as homemade cheesecake, pie, muffins, and unique lunch options.

The LCS will be your home base for rides starting and ending in Lingleville. You won't be disappointed with the store or the routes as there's a little something for everyone in Lingleville. Check out some of our featured Lingleville routes below, or see more in the Ride with GPS collection.

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Quahadi Ranch Ramble - 25/36/66 Miles - Gravel - Moderate

The Quahadi Ranch Ramble is a scenic gravel cycling route near Lingleville, Texas, offering shaded roads, gentle elevation, and beautiful rural views. Ride through quiet valleys, past old-growth trees, working ranches, and along the unique Quahadi Ranch with its private airstrip. This route is perfect for those seeking peaceful roads, varied terrain, and a post-ride stop at the beloved Lingleville Country Store.

Boom or Bust - 53 Miles - Gravel - Challenging

One of the original RIDE GRVL favorites, ride through primitive ranchland and through the former boom town of Desdemona.

Little Rattler Loop - 53 Miles - Moderate

The Little Rattler Loop is a perfect weekend ride! Wander off the pavement to the tiny town of Lingleville and the beauty of Erath County.

Windmills and Meadows - 64 Miles - Gravel - Challenging

From the Lingleville Country Store, you'll meander through sparse but beautiful country gravel roads through Texas history.

STEPHENVILLE ROUTES

Routes starting in Stephenville.

The county seat of Erath County, Stephenville has all of the amenities for the traveling cyclist. We've put together routes starting and finishing in Stephenville from the Cowboy Capital Walk of Fame off of the downtown square.

LINGLEVILLE ROUTES

Routes starting from the Lingleville Country Store.

Only about 10 miles west of Stephenville is the unincorporated town of Lingleville. Situated at one of the highest elevation points in the area and in the middle of ranch and dairy country, there are countless potential gravel routes and the best coffee in the whole area!

CROSS TIMBERS ROUTES

Other routes in the Cross Timbers area.

This section of Texas, known locally as the Cross Timbers, truly is a melting point of geography, flora, and cultures. Our route library stretches into the tips of the Texas Hill Country through Hico, Glen Rose, Meridian, and Iredell.