- 8 a.m. Carpool Meetup 7/18/2026 Fisher's Landing Transit Center, 3510 SE 164th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98683 - 9 a.m. Ride Meetup 7/18/2026 65000 E Highway 26 Parking, Camino Rio Rd, Welches, OR 97067 Feeling strong and ready to grind up the Mother of All Climbs on gravel and service roads? The first half follows a gravel path that parallels Hwy 26 from Welches to Government Camp. The second part follows a paved service road from Government Camp to Timberline which typically sees light usage in the summer months. Together, it's a gradual climb to reach the top, and fast descent back down. The route stays off Hwy 26 as much as possible. All noted locations have bathrooms. Once rested, enjoy a speedy return down the mountain. Guidance: - It can be 20-30 degrees colder at Timberline, which you'll feel coming down. Bring layers of clothing. - A rear bike light is a must. There is occasional traffic. - We'll regroup at major turns, but know the route. - Unless you're a 19 mph + avg road rider, mountain bikes will be too slow! - Road bikes & tires will likely get flats or slide out. You need gravel or mountain bike tires! Carpooling: It's a 50 minute drive from the Fisher's Landing Transit Center (3510 SE 164th, Vancouver) to Welches. I will be leaving Fisher's Landing Transit Center at 8:00am . Questions? Contact the Ride Leader using the event contact information below.