The 4th year of the Hodag Country Ramble was recently announced and includes camping, family dinners, music, bonfire, and more over 3 days. Taking place in Rhinelander, Wisconsin and hosted by Jeff Frane, this fall bike camping weekend is a popular and intimate gravel weekend with the cycling community.
To learn more, visit The Hodag Country Ramble.
The Hodag Country Ramble is a three-day gravel cycling and camping weekend happening September 5-7, 2025, just outside Rhinelander, Wisconsin. Hosted on private family property, the event offers a welcoming community atmosphere where participants can enjoy riding, camping, swimming, and connecting with like-minded cyclists. Now in its fourth year, the Hodag Country Ramble features three route options—26, 50, and 80 miles—designed to showcase the area’s scenic beauty, with a mix of gravel, two-track, and quiet pavement winding through national forest land and private logging roads.
In addition to riding, the weekend includes 2-3 nights of camping (limited to 175 people), a Saturday night family dinner, live music, a bonfire, and plenty of opportunities to relax by the nearby lake. Registered riders receive camping access, a t-shirt, a sticker, a patch, and dinner and refreshments on Saturday. While some rest stops and convenience stores are available along the routes, participants are encouraged to be largely self-sufficient and respectful of the land.
The Hodag Country Ramble emphasizes a low-key, inclusive vibe that encourages riders of all speeds and experience levels. Whether you’re normally hitting mach 3 speeds, or taking a leisurely roll through the woods, the event invites participants to slow down and enjoy the Northwoods landscape. Organizers request care for the land and its natural beauty, adding to the unique, community-focused feel of the weekend.
More details and registration information can be found at Hodag Country Ramble.
