May 18th Weekend
Mark your calendar for the third weekend in May! This tour is the only Coastal Virginia, Cheapeake Bay bike tour — over a thousand visitors come each year to enjoy the flat roads, beautiful scenery, and over 100 miles of routes that are friendly for all levels. The ride is only $35 for adults, and $20 for children 7-12, and if you are on a budget, you can do this weekend trip for under $100 a person!
Are you outdoorsy, active, and like to visit new places? We guarantee this week will be authentic! Biking along the beautiful fields, peninsulas, and marshlands of Mathews is one perk among the many ways you can experience the Chesapeake Bay lifestyle.
Visit tourdechesapeake.org for more information about this year’s tour!
Here’s why this ride is unique:
Take a local watermen’s deadrise boat taxi from one bike route, across the East River, to another route on the other side of the county.
Book a kayak or SUP detour between rides to paddle one of our blueways water trails, or visit the local lighthouses!
Celebrate your hard work Saturday night at a FREE party on William’s Whaf’s beautiful waterfront pavilion with live music, and seafood and drinks available for purchase!
Third Weekend in May
Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or experienced rider, you will find routes appropriate for all skill levels. Come down for a day trip, Saturday May 18th, or spend the weekend in Mathews to experience all this small, quaint Chesapeake Bay Town has to offer.
RIDE FEATURES:
- Beautiful, natural sandy beaches. Learn more about local beaches.
- Great scenery of marshland, waterfront views, and a bike route to the infamous New Point Comfort Lighthouse
- Historical Sites and an “Art deTour” Saturday to explore local artwork in town.
- Fully Supported Saturday Ride (Rest Stops and SAG)
- Free Onsite Camping Available or local lodging options
- 4 Route Choices – over 100 miles
- Saturday Night Seafood Feast and Party at the Wharf (Free admission)
- Dessert Reception at THMS, Ride Headquarters, and other add-on meals
- Plenty of restaurant options in town for fresh seafood, and local cuisine.
