The 2026 USA Cycling Gravel National Championships will take place September 10–12 in La Crescent, Minnesota, bringing together elite athletes, amateur racers, cycling enthusiasts, and spectators from across the country. Set in the scenic Driftless Region, riders will compete on challenging 30-, 66-, and 105-mile gravel courses through the bluff country and Mississippi River Valley. The championship weekend features national championship racing, a vendor expo, food, entertainment, and community activities. Following a successful 2025 event that attracted 787 riders from 48 states, the 2026 championship is projected to welcome more than 1,000 riders and 2,500 attendees, generating significant tourism and economic impact for the La Crescent and La Crosse region.
