Seven Feathers Casino Resort, nestled among tall Douglas firs and pine trees, just off of Interstate 5, at exit 99, in Canyonville, Oregon, is the beginning of the Takelma Gravel Grinder.

The 57-mile Takema Tough Bold ride begins by taking riders through the doors of the casino before rolling towards the town of Canyonville and onto rural, Tiller Trail Highway.  Passing farm and ranch landscapes along the South Umpqua River, soon you’re into the gravel experience with a 1.3 mile climbing effort of 9% average gain, then cresting to a spectacular valley view of Days Creek.

Riders continue on towards Chief Miwaleta Park and along the scenic view of Galesville Reservoir. Returning to Seven Feathers Casino Resort to relax at Seven Feathers’ Wine Fest, enjoying food and beverage from the Seven Feathers Food Truck, compliments of the race organizers.