Tennessee Tourism Expands “Bike Tennessee” Program with 37 New Gravel Routes | News

The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development (TDTD) invites cyclists to experience even more of Tennessee’s breathtaking scenery and natural beauty with the addition of 37 newly curated gravel bike trails to its Bike Tennessee program. Launching today, these trails build on an existing network of 52 cycling trails, adding more than 1,000 miles of diverse terrain and creating even more opportunities for cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts to explore the state on two wheels.

Bike Tennessee’s recent growth aligns with Tennessee’s booming outdoor economy, which generated $15.6 billion in 2024 and ranks fourth in the Southeast, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Through Bike Tennessee, which first launched in 2024, TDTD is tapping into the growing cycling community to drive visitor numbers and economic impact, especially in the state’s rural communities known for their unparalleled natural landscapes.

The newly added gravel routes are accessible via the Ride with GPS app and were developed in collaboration with professional route developer and cycling guide Shannon Burke of Tennessee Gravel. With more than 2,000 miles in 50 counties from Memphis to Mountain City, Bike Tennessee offers a wide range of terrain and riding styles, including scenic mountain landscapes, challenging climbs, farmland connectors, river valleys and tree-lined country roads.

As an ambassador partner of Ride with GPS, all 89 Bike Tennessee routes are carefully mapped to provide riders with detailed navigation, elevation profiles and route insights. Riders can also discover terrain details, important waypoints and hidden gems along the way, with options to customize routes based on skill level and riding preferences.

Cyclists can learn more about Bike Tennessee and explore available road and gravel routes by visiting the Bike Tennessee website or following Bike Tennessee on Facebook and Instagram. Join the conversation via #BikeTN