The Dirty Kitten Gravel Race (DKGR) is an adventure-gravel race & ride festival at Locust Hill Farm & Preserve in Rapidan, VA.
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Locust Hill Farm & Preserve encompasses over 5,000 continuous acres of privately-owned land with approximately 20 miles of scenic farm roads.
The course explores this historic farm on gravel & dirt roads that run along the Robinson River, pass serene creeks and ponds, weave through open fields, and cross wooded forest trails. This area is a gravel & adventure cycling enthusiast’s dream as well as a beautiful wildlife haven.
DKGR is co-hosted by Dirty Kitten Productions and local equestrian group, Bull Run Hunt. It serves as a fundraiser for our WTFNB cycling team (Dirty Kitten Racing) and helps to raise money for various other organizations in the surrounding area.
The DKGR course is 100% unpaved with the majority of the terrain being secluded gravel farm roads, as well as some dirt/grass double-track sections. The roads vary from smooth, groomed sections to rough, choppy, bumpy areas with the possibility of some mud if there is rain.
DKGR is a multi-day event. Traditionally, the longer distance (ex. 60, 80, 100 mile) races/rides take place on Saturday while the shorter distance (ex. 20 and 40 mile) races/rides take place on Sunday. There are various categories/fields and each distance has a separate starting wave.
Entry fee includes an amazing adventure-gravel experience, official start/finish & lap timing, full event results, partial ride support, on-course aid stations (2), post-ride food and beverages, commemorative event swag, and payout or merchandise prizes for the top 3-5 finishers in each category/field provided by our generous event sponsors.
There are off-site camping options available for Friday & Saturday (at an additional cost).
Visit our website for updates & additional event info: www.dirtykittengravel.com
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