2025 Tierra Bella Challenge route map

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Tierra Bella Challenge

74 miles with 3,707 feet of climbing

This route starts off with the traditional climb up to Gilroy Hot Springs followed by a descent of Canada Rd. Then you head north to San Martin, before continuing into Morgan Hill. Continuing north, you climb up Willow Springs Rd, past Chesbro Reservoir and then turn south, stopping at the Uvas reservoir rest stop before continuing to Redwood Retreat and the finish in Gilroy. Follow the blue arrows.

100 miles with 7,185 feet of climbing

This century ride contains all of the options from the routes. First you climb up to Gilroy Hot Springs and descend Canada Rd. Then you go north past San Martin before starting the challenging climb up to Henry Coe. You next across Morgan Hill and climb up Willow Springs Rd, past Chesbro Reservoir then head south and stop at the Uvas reservoir rest stop before continuing to Redwood Retreat and the finish in Gilroy. Follow the orange arrows.

We use “Ride With GPS” mileage and climbing totals. We will provide RideWithGPS downloadable routes to registered riders as the date approaches. These routes may be used off-line with the RideWithGPS smartphone apps and other GPS units.